Our research group began developing innovative “smart” wound dressings approximately 1.5 years ago. The relevance of this research is underscored by several pressing challenges, including the ongoing armed conflict in our neighbouring region, the growing number of pressure ulcer cases among Europe’s ageing population, and the prolonged, still insufficiently resolved treatment of chronic leg ulcers, a common complication in patients with diabetes.

Current wound care protocols, beyond local disinfection, primarily provide mechanical protection. The newly developed dressings contain nanofibers that can be loaded with pharmaceutical active ingredients, thereby actively supporting and accelerating the different phases of wound healing. Additionally, their breathable structure promotes rapid tissue regeneration. Our goal is to develop a composition that is absorbable (biocompatible and biodegradable), thus eliminating the need for painful and often harmful dressing changes.

This research is being carried out within the framework of a broad international collaboration involving research groups from Germany, Croatia, Ukraine, and several Hungarian institutions.