Innovative Applications of Gelated Matrices in Biomedical and Environmental Engineering
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2025 | Viewed by 1370
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Interests: polymer processing; viscoelasticity; particle-laden flows; thermo-fluids; computational rheology
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2. Centro De Investigaciones Biomédicas (CINBIO), Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
Interests: self-assembly; hydrogels; nanogels; liposomes; magnetic nanoparticles; plasmonic nanoparticles; drug delivery
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Interests: hydrogels; nanogels; bioactive peptides; peptides as diagnostic and therapeutics; supramolecular chemistry; diagnostic and drug delivery technologies; material characterization; nanomedicine
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2. Research Centre on Bioactive Peptides (CIRPeB), University of Naples “Federico II”, 80134 Naples, Italy
Interests: peptide self-assembling; peptide-based materials; amyloid materials; hydrogels; fibers; material characterization; co-assembly
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of gel science and technology is witnessing rapid advancements, starting a new era where gelated matrices emerge as pivotal tools across a spectrum of applications. This Special Issue of Gels, titled "Innovative Applications of Gelated Matrices in Biomedical and Environmental Engineering", aims to collect cutting-edge research and innovative developments that highlight the versatility and potential of gel-based systems.
Gelated matrices, characterized by their unique viscoelastic properties and tunable physical characteristics, are increasingly being explored for their applications in diverse areas including biomedicine, materials science, environmental engineering, and beyond. This Special Issue invites contributions that explore the synthesis, characterization, and application of these novel gel systems.
We encourage the submission of original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and insightful perspectives that offer new insights into the field of gelated matrices. By bringing together a diverse collection of studies, this Special Issue aims to underscore the transformative impact of gel-based technologies and inspire future innovations.
Dr. Célio Fernandes
Dr. Sérgio Veloso
Dr. Enrico Gallo
Dr. Carlo Diaferia
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- gelated matrices
- hydrogels
- gelation mechanisms
- biocompatible gels
- drug delivery systems
- tissue engineering
- wound healing
- biosensing
- stimuli-responsive gels
- multifunctional gels
- organogels
- gel nanoparticles
- gel formulation
- nanogels
- gel rheology
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