Hydrogels offer several advantages as catalytic supports:
High Water Content: The ability to retain water makes hydrogels ideal for aqueous-phase reactions. Biocompatibility: Hydrogels are often biocompatible, which is beneficial for biocatalysis and environmental applications. Porosity: The porous nature of hydrogels allows for easy diffusion of reactants and products. Tunability: The physical and chemical properties of hydrogels can be tuned by varying their composition and cross-linking density.
