 Injectable hydrogels have various applications in regenerative medicine as delivery systems, cell carriers, and scaffolds for tissue engineering due to their structural similarity to extracellular matrix, mild processing conditions, and minimally invasive delivery method. Recent advances in the field of injectable hydrogels, including synthetic and native polymeric materials, are discussed for potential use in cartilage and soft tissue engineering applications. This article was authored by Huaping Tan and KCG Mara.