Hyaluronic acid-based hydrogel for cadmium removal and enhanced sorghum growth under cadmium stress.

Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic heavy metal that poses a threat to environmental and human health. The hydrophilic and modifiable properties of hyaluronic acid (HA) render it well-suited for advanced environmental absorbent technologies. However, the potential of HA-based hydrogels in environmental applications remains largely unexplored.

Sustainably Polyanionic Hyaluronic Acid-Based Hydrogel for Efficient Removal of Fe, Cd, and Pb Ions in Soil with Enhanced Sorghum Growth.

Toxic metals damage soil quality and harm human health via bioaccumulation, necessitating eco-friendly removal techniques. Hydrogel-based adsorption offers a promising approach for heavy metal extraction. Nevertheless, the potential of innovative hyaluronic acid (HA)-based hydrogels has not been fully investigated.