Micro- and Nanorobotics for Biomedical Applications
A special issue of Actuators (ISSN 2076-0825). This special issue belongs to the section "Actuators for Robotics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2025 | Viewed by 31
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Microrobotics, or nanorobotics, has emerged as a groundbreaking field in biomedical applications, offering innovative solutions for precise diagnosis, targeted therapy, and minimally invasive interventions. These miniature robots, wirelessly actuated through external stimuli, such as magnetic, acoustic, or optical fields, have demonstrated remarkable capabilities in navigating confined biological environments, delivering therapeutic agents, and performing intricate medical tasks at the cellular and tissue levels.
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest advancements in micro/nanorobotic systems designed for biomedical applications. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the development of novel fabrication techniques, wireless actuation and control strategies, targeted drug delivery mechanisms, real-time imaging and tracking methodologies, and in vivo applications ranging from preclinical studies to potential clinical translations. Particular attention will be given to the integration of these robots into medical workflows, addressing challenges related to biocompatibility, degradation, safety, and large-scale deployment in clinical settings.
We invite contributions from researchers and experts in the fields of biomedical engineering, robotics, materials science, and nanotechnology to showcase their latest findings, experimental breakthroughs, and theoretical advancements. By fostering interdisciplinary discussions, this Special Issue aims to advance the field of micro/nanorobotics, paving the way for next-generation medical technologies that revolutionize disease treatment and patient care.
Dr. Gwangjun Go
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- micro/nano robotics
- biomimetic robotics
- soft robotics
- wireless actuation
- targeted delivery
- biomedical applications
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