Biomimetics

Wearable Computing Devices and Their Interactive Technologies

edited by Cheng Ding,

, Lijia Pan and Dapeng Wei

submission deadline 25 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 162 | Submission Open

Keywords: wearable computing; health monitoring; exoskeleton robots; human– computer interaction; artificial intelligence

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Advancements in 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing for Orthopedic Applications

edited by Francis T. Omigbodun

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 14230 | Submission Open

Keywords: 3D printing; additive manufacturing; orthopedic applications; biomimetic design; customized implants; prosthetics; surgical tools; novel materials; clinical applications; computational modeling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Bio-Inspired Machine Learning and Evolutionary Computing

edited by

Dionisios N. Sotiropoulos

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4775 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-inspired algorithms; evolutionary computing; swarm intelligence; neural computation; genetic algorithms; machine learning; artificial immune systems; reinforcement learning; adaptation and self-organization; and hybrid intelligent systems

(This special issue belongs to the Section Development of Biomimetic Methodology)

Evolutionary and Nature-Inspired AI: Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Computing

edited by AbdElRahman Ahmed ElSaid

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1573 | Submission Open

Keywords: evolutionary algorithms; nature-inspired computing; swarm intelligence; bio-inspired optimization; robotics; control systems; machine learning; computational intelligence; autonomous systems; engineering applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biological Optimisation and Management)

Advanced Vision Technologies That Mimic Human Visual Understanding

edited by Hyunsik Ahn

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 531 | Submission Open

Keywords: visual understanding; 3D vision; depth detection; generative deep learning; mimicking human vision; advanced vision; medical image processing; human– robot interaction

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Dentistry and Craniofacial District: The Role of Biomimetics 2026

edited by

Nefeli Lagopati

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 484 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetics; prosthodontic; implants; oral surgery; plastic surgery; orthodontic; biomaterials; pediatric dentistry; temporomandibular disorders; restorative dentistry; bruxism; bone regeneration; scaffolds; technologies; digital; telemedicine

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Bioengineering of Biomimetic Microenvironments for Tissue Engineering 2025

edited by

Xiaoming Li

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 193 | Submission Open

Keywords: tissue engineering; tissue regeneration; biomimetic microenvironments; bioengineering; implanting scaffolds; tissue defect repair

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Editorial Board Members' Collection Series: Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices in Times of Change 2025

edited by

Ille C. Gebeshuber

and

Antonio Concilio

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 133 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic design; biomimetic constructions; biomimetic devices

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Bionic Vision Applications and Validation

edited by

Jie Cao

and Gaofei Sun

submission deadline 15 May 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 716 | Submission Open

Keywords: bionically inspired vision; laser 3D imaging; intelligent perception; autonomous vehicles; intelligent manufacturing; medical image analysis; interdisciplinary research; resolution enhancement; bionic vision applications; semi-physical simulation; bio-inspired light field manipulation

(This special issue belongs to the Section Development of Biomimetic Methodology)

Bioinspired Locomotion Control: From Biomechanics to Robotics

edited by

Norihiko Saga

and Shane Xie

submission deadline 20 May 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1294 | Submission Open

Keywords: design and modeling of robotic locomotion; bio-inspired sensing and control; musculoskeletal robot; neural circuits and CPG-based control; locomotion of biological creatures such as walking; swimming; flying; etc.

(This special issue belongs to the Section Locomotion and Bioinspired Robotics)

Computational Biomimetics Methods in Drug Design: Theory, Applications, and Future Directions

edited by

Laszlo Barna Iantovics

, Fatih Ozyurt and

Aleš Zamuda

submission deadline 20 May 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 276 | Submission Open

Keywords: drug discovery; drug design; bioinformatics; nature-inspired computational methods; deep learning and neural networks; natural language processing; AI-driven process mining; neural networks; computer vision and image processing; AI applications in healthcare and bioinformatics; autonomous systems and robotics; ethics and security in AI and ML; big data analytics and data mining; AI-driven decision support systems; AI and ML in education

(This special issue belongs to the Section Development of Biomimetic Methodology)

Bio-Inspired Visual Intelligence

edited by Shaobing Gao

submission deadline 20 May 2026 | Viewed by 59 | Submission Open

Keywords: visual cognitive computing; brain simulation; computational neuroscience; biologically inspired computer vision; artificial intelligence

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Application of Nature-Inspired Algorithms and Technologies in Engineering

edited by Noune Melkoumian

submission deadline 25 May 2026 | Viewed by 92 | Submission Open

Keywords: nature-inspired algorithms; biomimetic technologies; optimization; self-organization; adaptability; swarm intelligence; bioinspired structures

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biological Optimisation and Management)

Innovative Biomimetics: Integrating Machine Learning, Neuropsychology, and Cognitive Neuroscience in Applied Psychological Research: 2nd Edition

edited by

Constantinos Halkiopoulos

submission deadline 30 May 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 6270 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetics; machine learning; neuropsychology; cognitive neuroscience; cultural psychology; clinical psychology; bio-inspired models; neuroprosthetics; brain– computer interfaces; cognitive therapy; adaptive therapies; real-time monitoring; cognitive modeling; applied psychology; mental health assessment; AI in psychology; neurorehabilitation; personalized medicine; culturally sensitive therapies

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Artificial Intelligence-Based Bio-Inspired Computer Vision System

edited by

Haoran Duan

and Bing Zhai

submission deadline 30 May 2026 | Viewed by 138 | Submission Open

Keywords: artificial intelligence; bio-inspired computing; artificial intelligence; bio-inspired computing; computer vision; deep learning; multimodal intelligence; embodied intelligence; neuromorphic computing; cognitive systems; explainable AI; intelligent robotics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Computer-Aided Biomimetics: 3rd Edition

edited by

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,

and

submission deadline 31 May 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 5091 | Submission Open

Keywords: computer modeling; numerical simulation; bionic structures; design and optimization; motion control; bionic functional surface; performance analysis

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biological Optimisation and Management)

Bionic Technology—Robotic Exoskeletons and Prostheses: 3rd Edition

edited by

Rafhael Milanezi de Andrade

submission deadline 31 May 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 3805 | Submission Open

Keywords: prosthetics and exoskeletons; rehabilitation robotics; physical human– robot interaction; cognitive human– robot interaction; wearable robotics; medical robots and systems; design and control; bioinspired robot learning; machine learning for robot control; soft robots

(This special issue belongs to the Section Locomotion and Bioinspired Robotics)

Bio-Inspired Materials and Structures for Impact Resistance and Energy Absorption

edited by

Hongxu Wang

and Caizheng Wang

submission deadline 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 212 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetics; bioinspiration; impact resistance; energy absorption; crashworthiness; dynamic behavior; metamaterials; lattice structures; hierarchical materials; composite materials; functionally graded materials; additive manufacturing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Bio-Inspired and Biomimetic Intelligence in Robotics: 3rd Edition

edited by Pengcheng Liu, Qinbing Fu and

Tiong Hoo Lim

submission deadline 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 203 | Submission Open

Keywords: biological inspiration; biomimetics; computational learning; robotics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Locomotion and Bioinspired Robotics)

Biomimetic Microrobots for Future Medical Solutions: Materials, Microfabrication, and Control Strategies

edited by Omar Tricinci and Jyoti Sharma

submission deadline 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 154 | Submission Open

Keywords: bioinspired microrobots; biohybrid systems; colloidal systems; biomembranes; drug delivery; biomaterials; biosensors; biocompatibility

(This special issue belongs to the Section Locomotion and Bioinspired Robotics)

Bioinspired Flexible Electronics and Wearable Systems: Integrating Advanced Materials, Sensing, and Human–Machine Interfaces

edited by

Yiming Liu

submission deadline 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 98 | Submission Open

Keywords: bioinspired materials; flexible electronics; wearable sensors; human– machine interfaces; stretchable electronics; E-skin; soft robotics; wearable health monitoring

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Bio-Inspired Flapping Wing Aerodynamics for Propulsion and Power Generation: 2nd Edition

edited by Jian Deng

submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 9977 | Submission Open

Keywords: flapping foil; biomimetic propulsion; power generation; fluid– structure interaction

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Bioinspired Composite Interfaces: Responsive Mechanics and Wetting

edited by

Jing Wang

and

Shikuan Yang

submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2650 | Submission Open

Keywords: bioinspired interfaces; bio-adhesives; bionic mechanics; wetting; surface coatings; meta-materials; biological functions; energy conversion and storage; water harvesting; nanomanufacturing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Bio-Inspired Soft Robotics: Design, Fabrication and Applications: 2nd Edition

edited by

Yong Zhong

,

Pei Jiang

and

Yunquan Li

submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1115 | Submission Open

Keywords: bioinspired robots; soft robotics; soft actuators; soft matter; bio-inspired locomotion control; fabrication

(This special issue belongs to the Section Locomotion and Bioinspired Robotics)

Biomimetic Coating Technologies and Biomaterials for Medical Applications

edited by

Liviu Duta

and

Valentina Grumezescu

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 12960 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic coatings; innovative coating technologies; advanced biomaterials; natural/synthetic polymers with bioactive properties; tissue regeneration; biocompatibility assessment; wound dressing materials; nanofibers; orthopedic implants; in vitro and in vivo testing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Bio-Inspired Flexible Sensors

edited by Dapeng Wei

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6961 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-inspiration; biomimetics flexible sensors; flexible sensitive material; intelligent control

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

Design and Fabrication of Biomimetic Smart Materials

edited by Ting Wu and Heng Xie

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4384 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic principle; biomimetic design; biomimetic surface and interface; design and fabrication; new fabrication methods; smart materials; functional materials; composite materials; adaptive materials; sensing materials; intelligent response; environmental applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Advanced Intelligent Systems and Biomimetics

edited by

Young-Jae Ryoo

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3170 | Submission Open

Keywords: bioinspired neural architectures; biomimetic robotics; intellignet sensor systems modeled on biologics; fuzzy reasoning based on human cognition; bioinspired sensor systems; biomimetic automation systems; applications in agriculture; healthcare; and sustainable manufacturing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Biomimetic Approaches and Materials in Engineering

edited by

Chuanwang Yang

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2488 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic system; adaptive material; green manufacturing; living material; bio-material interface; robotic systems; biological architecture; sustainable building

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Liquid Metal Biomimicry: Toward Bio-Inspired Smart Materials

edited by Sen Chen

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2298 | Submission Open

Keywords: liquid metals; interfacial behaviors; fundamental smart properties; bio-inspired smart materials; stimuli-responsive materials; flexible electronics and devices; soft actuators and robotics; bio-inspired composite design

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Advances in Computational Methods for Biomechanics and Biomimetics

edited by

Yu Pan

,

Liming Chao

and

Qingchang Liu

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2280 | Submission Open

Keywords: computational methods; biomechanics; biomimetics; fluid dynamics; solid mechanics; fluid– structure interactions; integration method; AI for science

(This special issue belongs to the Section Development of Biomimetic Methodology)

Bioinspired Aerodynamic-Fluidic Design

edited by Xiaomin Liu and

Limin Gao

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1612 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic aerodynamics; bio-inspired fluid mechanics; fluid-structure interaction (FSI); nature-inspired flow control; computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Advances in Bioceramics for Bone Regeneration: 2nd Edition

edited by

Mihai Valentin Predoi

,

Simona Liliana Iconaru

and

Carmen Steluta Ciobanu

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1408 | Submission Open

Keywords: hydroxyapatite; calcium phosphate; biomaterials; bioceramics; bone regeneration

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Silk-Based Bioinspired Materials: Design and Application 2026

edited by

Zongpu Xu

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 262 | Submission Open

Keywords: silk; structure; function; modifications; applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Bio-Inspired Cross-Domain Dynamics: Advances in Aerial-Aquatic Multimodal Vehicles

edited by Zhijun Zhang,

Jiyu Sun

and Yueming Wang

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 205 | Submission Open

Keywords: cross-domain vehicles; unmanned aerial-underwater vehicle (UAUV); aerial-aquatic mobility; water-entry and water-exit; multimodal robotics; bio-inspired design; morphing structures; computational fluid dynamics (CFD); transition dynamics; amphibious robotics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Biomimetic Dental Implant Design for Enhanced Osseointegration

edited by

Dawit Bogale Alemayehu

, Masahiro Todoh and

Song-Jeng Huang

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 128 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic dental implant; osseointegration; additive manufacturing; lattice structures; TPMS; Voronoi design; biomechanical optimization; surface modification; bioinspired materials; finite element analysis

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Biomimetic Biomedicine and Biomaterials in Oncology

edited by

Damiano Caputo

,

Roberto Cammarata

and Federica Giordano

submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 101 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetics; biomaterials; biomedicine; cancers; biomarkers; tissue engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Recent Advances in Wearable Bioelectronics in Healthcare/Medical Devices 2026

edited by

Dhruv R. Seshadri

submission deadline 15 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 138 | Submission Open

Keywords: wearable sensors; bioelectronics; digital therapeutics; digital biomarkers; remote monitoring; human performance; epidermal electronics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices)

Smart Superhydrophobic/Superoleophobic Surfaces with Stimuli-Responsive Wetting Behavior

edited by

Lu Tie

submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 30 | Submission Open

Keywords: water- and oil-repellency; vegetable crop; water retention; nutrient

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Surfaces and Interfaces)

Advances in Digital Biomimetics

edited by

Ameersing Luximon

submission deadline 25 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 482 | Submission Open

Keywords: systematic reviews on digital biomimetics; algorithms; digital soft robotics; bio-inspired materials; machine learning; digital twin; three-dimensional printing; neural networks; adaptive systems; environmental monitoring; data mining; bioinformatics; data analysis and pattern recognition; simulation software; human– computer interaction (HCI); healthcare applications; smart sensors; virtual environment

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biological Optimisation and Management)

Advances in Biomimetics for Sustainable Civil Engineering: Materials, Structures, and Energy-Efficient Systems

edited by

Naim Sedira

,

João Castro-Gomes

and

Sandra Pereira

submission deadline 25 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 93 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetics; building; sustainable materials; nature inspired; civil engineering; resilient materials; resilient structure; design; solving problems

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Exploration of Bio-Inspired Computing: 3rd Edition

edited by

Changsheng Zhang

and Haitong Zhao

submission deadline 25 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 79 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-inspired algorithms; evolutionary computation; swarm intelligence; optimization techniques; complex problem solving; artificial intelligence in bioinformatics; genetic algorithms; ant colony optimization; computational intelligence; machine learning applications; nature-inspired design

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biological Optimisation and Management)

Advances in Biomaterials, Biocomposites and Biopolymers 2026

edited by

Hermann Ehrlich

submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 128 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomaterials; biocomposites; biopolymers; macromolecules; medical applications; self-assembly; synthetic fibers; industrial applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetics of Materials and Structures)

Bio-Inspired Adhesive Interfaces for Next-Generation Biomedical and Wearable Technologies

edited by

Changshun Hou

submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 108 | Submission Open

Keywords: biological inspiration; adhesive interface; wet adhesion; tissue repair; health monitoring; drug delivery

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Surfaces and Interfaces)

Nature-Inspired Surfaces and Smart Devices for Multifunctional Applications

edited by Chao Chen and Shuyi Li

submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1568 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-surface manufacturing; stimulus-responsive surfaces; microfluidics; water/bubble manipulation; smart window; bioinspired optics; energy generator; thermal management; slippery surfaces; self-cleaning surfaces

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Surfaces and Interfaces)

Bioinspired Computational Intelligence and Optimization in Engineering Systems

edited by

Daniel Sanin

and

Luis Fernando Grisales-Noreña

submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 707 | Submission Open

Keywords: bioinspired algorithms; nature-inspired computing; computational intelligence; evolutionary computation; swarm intelligence; metaheuristics; multi-objective optimization; hybrid optimization techniques; optimization in engineering systems; intelligent control systems; robotics and autonomous systems; predictive maintenance; smart grids and microgrids; energy systems optimization; digital twins in engineering; reliability and sustainability engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biological Optimisation and Management)

Biomimetic Engineering for Fluid Manipulation and Flow Control

edited by

Chengchun Zhang

submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 97 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic engineering; fluid manipulation; flow control; bio-inspired surfaces; droplet dynamics; microfluidics; drag reduction; interfacial science

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomimetic Surfaces and Interfaces)

Bionic Intelligent Robots

edited by

Yongbin Sun

,

Daifeng Zhang

and Wanying Ruan

submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | Submission Open

Keywords: bionic mechanism; bionic robot design; bionic multimodal perception; bionic autonomous control; bionic embodied intelligence; cross-domain bionic robot; bionic intelligence optimization; bionic swarm control; bionic swarm intelligence

(This special issue belongs to the Section Locomotion and Bioinspired Robotics)

Learning From Nature: Biomimetic Materials and Devices

edited by

Zhengxing Li

and

Shichao Ding

submission deadline 25 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 87 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomimetic materials; bioinspired design; self-healing systems; intelligent materials; functional devices; adaptive materials; sustainable engineering

Exploration of Bioinspired Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition: 2nd Edition

edited by Qian Jiang

submission deadline 25 Aug 2026 | Viewed by 80 | Submission Open

Keywords: artificial neural networks; bioinformatics; deepfake detection; image fusion; image colorization; image super-resolution; adversarial attack and defence on neural networks; pattern recognition

(This special issue belongs to the Section Bioinspired Sensorics, Information Processing and Control)

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