Tissue Engineering Related Biomaterials: Progress and Challenges
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2025 | Viewed by 1482
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Interests: biomaterials (collagen drug delivery systems); rheology; cosmeceuticals; drug systems formulation and technological processes optimization; response surface methodology; Taguchi design
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue offers a comprehensive analysis of the function of biomaterials in the realm of tissue engineering. Tissue engineering is a multidisciplinary domain that seeks to restore or substitute damaged tissues and organs by employing a mix of cells, biomaterials and growth factors. It provides an in-depth examination of the biomaterials used in various procedures, with a specific emphasis on their design, functioning and utilization.
An overview of the fundamental principles behind tissue engineering and biomaterials is provided in this Special Issue. The journal articles could bring to light the biological and mechanical prerequisites of biomaterials employed in tissue engineering, examining the manner in which these materials interact with the biological systems of the human body. These works explore a range of biomaterials, encompassing both natural and synthetic polymers, ceramics or composites, while also analyzing their individual strengths and weaknesses.
The Special Issue intends to give a comprehensive explanation of the methods employed in the production of tissue engineering scaffolds, including electrospinning, 3D printing and gel casting. The papers could highlight the significance of scaffold architecture in facilitating cell development and tissue creation, and also investigate techniques for integrating bioactive substances into these scaffolds to improve their effectiveness.
Furthermore, the articles are intented to explore the evaluation of biomaterials, encompassing techniques for assessing biocompatibility, mechanical characteristics and rates of degradation. Additionally, the manuscripts should address the regulatory factors and difficulties involved in the transition of tissue engineering technology from the laboratory to practical medical applications.
In summary, this Special Issue is an important tool for comprehending the relationship between biomaterials and tissue engineering. It provides valuable perspectives on ongoing research patterns and potential future advancements in this domain.
Therefore, this Special Issue presents a comprehensive overview of current research and developments in the field, offering valuable insights for scientists and industry professionals, and intending to stimulate more investigation and use of innovative biomaterials in tissue engineering by presenting cutting-edge research and applications, opening the door for fresh findings and breakthroughs.
Prof. Dr. Mihaela Violeta Ghica
Prof. Dr. Lacramioara Popa
Prof. Dr. Cristina Elena Dinu-Pirvu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biomaterials
- tissue engineering
- scaffold materials
- regenerative medicine
- cell–material interactions
- tissue regeneration
- bioactive materials
- nanotechnology in tissue engineering
- electrospinning
- 3D printing
- biodegradable materials
- growth factors
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