Synthesis, Modification, and Functional Characterization of Advanced Biomaterials for Bone Tissue Engineering
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: 25 November 2025 | Viewed by 15
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biomaterials; biomimetic materials chemistry; bioceramics; nanocrystals; hydroxyapatite; octacalcium phosphate; metal nanoparticles; bioactive coatings
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Dear Colleagues,
An effective biomaterial must be capable of interacting with the surrounding biological tissue, and innovative methods can result in notable enhancements in the effectiveness of the application. The average age of the population in developed nations is steadily rising, leading to a corresponding increase in age-related issues, such as musculoskeletal disorders. This situation necessitates the creation of appropriate materials for the replacement and/or repair of damaged tissues. Particular attention is focused on the modifications of biocompatible bone-substituting materials with bioactive ions, growth factors, and drugs. These modified materials can be used directly or as foundational materials for the creation of bone cements, coatings, and scaffolds useful in regenerative medicine. Furthermore, this Special Issue aims to address the increasing interest in functionalized biomaterials as potential systems for the local delivery of therapeutic agents.
Dr. Elisa Boanini
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- material functionalization
- bioactive materials
- antimicrobial
- antibiofilm
- coatings
- scaffolds
- bone cements
- metal nanoparticles
- controlled release
- biocompatibility
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