Used in biomedical applications such as drug delivery systems and tissue engineering due to its biocompatibility and hydrophilic nature. Commonly employed in hydrogels for controlled release of therapeutic agents. Applied in surface coatings to reduce protein adsorption and cell adhesion, making it valuable for medical devices and biosensors. Also utilized in photoresists and lithography in microfabrication processes. Its reactive methacrylate group allows for easy polymerization and crosslinking under mild conditions, enabling use in 3D printing and soft lithography.