Figure 4.

Modeling the degradation behavior of NorHA_CA hydrogels. a) Schematic overview of the modeling approach employed to characterize NorHA_CA hydrogel degradation. Model fit (dotted line, k = 0.350 day⁻¹) for the (b) compressive modulus (E_C) and (c) mass swelling ratio (Q_m) of a select NorHA_CA hydrogel (5 wt.%, 40% mod.) over time, with comparisons to experimental data (symbols). Shaded box indicates time point for complete degradation of the hydrogel. Data are reported as mean ± SD; n ≥ 3. Hydrogel schematics created using BioRender.