Biocomposites

The section “Biocomposites” focuses on the design, development, performance optimization, and practical deployment of biocomposite materials—an interdisciplinary field integrating biomaterials science, composite engineering, and sustainability principles. It encompasses the fabrication, modification, and characterization of composites derived from renewable biological resources (e.g., natural fibers, biopolymers, bio-based matrices) as well as their synergistic integration with synthetic components for enhanced functionality. Key areas of investigation include the exploration of bio-based reinforcements, biodegradable matrices, interfacial compatibility modification, and the tailored design of biocomposites for targeted applications, including advanced biomedical uses such as biocompatible composite scaffolds for tissue engineering (bone, cartilage, skin regeneration), biodegradable implants (sutures, fixation devices, drug-eluting stents), and bioactive composite coatings that support cell adhesion and proliferation while minimizing immune responses. Furthermore, the section covers biodegradability kinetics, environmental impact assessment, circular economy strategies (e.g., recycling, bioremediation), and multifunctional integration (e.g., bioactive, self-healing, antimicrobial properties) of biocomposite systems. The aim is to advance sustainable, eco-friendly composite solutions that reduce reliance on fossil-based materials while meeting high-performance requirements across diverse sectors, from aerospace and automotive manufacturing to biomedical engineering and environmental remediation.

Keywords

• biopolymer composites
• biocompatible composites
• bioactive biocomposites
• natural fiber biocomposites
• biodegradable composite matrices
• bio-based composite reinforcements
• biomedical biocomposite devices
• biodegradable composite implants
• bioactive composite coatings
• drug-eluting biocomposites
• biocomposite interfacial engineering
• tissue engineering composite scaffolds
• sustainable biocomposite systems
• circular economy for biocomposites
• cell-responsive biocomposites