Advancing Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Using Next-Gen Biomaterials
A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomimetics of Materials and Structures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine is rapidly evolving, driven by the development of next-generation biomaterials that offer unprecedented opportunities for the repair and restoration of damaged tissues and organs. These innovative materials are designed to faithfully mimic the dynamic, structural, and biochemical properties of native tissues, thus enhancing cell viability, proliferation, and differentiation.
Next-generation biomaterials include conductive materials, smart polymers, bioactive ceramics, nanocomposites, and hybrid scaffolds capable of actively interacting with biological environments. Their tunable physical and chemical characteristics enable the precise control of cellular behavior and tissue regeneration processes. Furthermore, these materials can be used for drug delivery and to stimulate processes such as immunomodulation or cell differentiation. Finally, the integration of advanced manufacturing techniques such as 3D bioprinting and microfluidics enables the creation of highly complex and functional tissue constructs, customized to meet individual patients’ needs.
This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research and innovative approaches leveraging these novel biomaterials, highlighting their potential to transform the clinical outcomes of regenerative therapies. Contributions will focus on material design, in vitro and in vivo applications, and translational strategies to address the current challenges in tissue repair.
Dr. Felicia Carotenuto
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- tissue engineering
- regenerative medicine
- smart materials
- hybrid scaffolds
- 3D bioprinting
- tissue regeneration
- conductive biomaterials
- immunomodulation
- controlled drug release
- cellular microenvironment
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