Biomimetic Design of Multifunctional Natural Macromolecular Materials
A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 February 2025 | Viewed by 200
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biomimetic design; natural macromolecular materials; multifunctional materials; biomaterials; biomimetic structure; naturals fibers; industrial applications; medical applications; tissue engineering; biocompatibility environmental conservation; sustainable development
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Biomimetic design of multifunctional natural macromolecular materials involves mimicking the complex structures and functionalities found in biological systems to create innovative materials. These materials exhibit outstanding physical and biological properties such as superior adhesion, breathability, super hydrophobicity, structural coloration, mechanical strength, self-healing capabilities, biocompatibility, tissue repair, and drug-controlled release. Biomimetic materials show promising applications in biomedical fields, environmental management, and sustainable industrial development, offering innovative solutions for tissue engineering, drug delivery, and environmental protection. Through biomimetic design, researchers aim not only to innovate new materials but also to reduce dependence on traditional synthetic materials, thereby working towards more sustainable development goals. This Special Issue aims to gather research contributions from various laboratories, exploring bioinspired structures and innovative applications in the field of biomimetic structures and technology. Through this Special Issue, we aim to provide a platform for the scientific community to foster innovation and advancements in biomimetic design within the fields of materials science and engineering. All articles will be published in an open-access format, ensuring global researchers can freely access and share the latest research findings. We look forward to receiving valuable submissions as we collectively explore the beauty and practicality of biomimetic design in multifunctional natural macromolecular materials.
Prof. Dr. Tieling Xing
Guest Editor
Prof. Dr. Shenzhou Lu
Co-Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biomimetic design
- natural macromolecular materials
- multifunctional materials
- biomaterials
- biomimetic structure
- naturals fibers
- industrial applications
- medical applications
- tissue engineering
- biocompatibility environmental conservation
- sustainable development
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