journal article·2026-04

Exploring fabrication, challenges, and mechanistic view of gelatin composites for anticancer drug release under influence of external stimuli: A comprehensive review

Aamir Nawaz, Zia Ahmad, Muhammad Babar Taj, Aaysha Ihsan, Muhammad Tasleem

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