Advanced Biomaterials for Medical Implants
A special issue of Journal of Functional Biomaterials (ISSN 2079-4983). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomaterials and Devices for Healthcare Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 162
Special Issue Editors
Interests: tribology; biotribology; synovial joint tribology; PVD/PECVD coatings; DLC coating; 2D materials; MXenes; solid lubricants; composite materials; machine elements; rolling bearings; elastohydrodynamic lubrication
2. Department of Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering, School of Engineering, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Vicuña Mackenna 4860, Macul 6904411, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Interests: tribology; elastohydrodynamic lubrication; hydrodynamic lubrication; micro-texturing; biotribology; synovial joint tribology; additive manufacturing; DLC coating; 2D materials; MXenes; solid lubricants; composite materials; machine learning
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The use of biomedical materials as well as artificial implants has changed modern medicine. From cardiovascular stents through dental implants to joint replacements, these medical devices have considerably revolutionized the quality of life for millions of people around the world. However, the ability to integrate into the human body and operate correctly while avoiding adverse reactions or complications is paramount for the success of such implants. One way to enhance their performance is by using surface modifications or biomaterials.
To highlight the continuous progress in this field, this Special Issue aims at presenting the latest research results on material- or surface-related approaches to solve cell biological, mechanical and biotribological challenges in medical implant technology. Contributions from both academic and medical researchers are welcome. The submissions should either present new findings in the field or provide deep insights into the development or application of advanced material- or surface-related approaches to solve cell biology, mechanics or biotribology-related problems related to friction, lubrication, wear and service life as well as the peri-implant environment.
Dr. Benedict Rothammer
Prof. Dr. Max Marian
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biomaterials
- implants
- joint replacements
- medical devices
- surface modifications
- coatings
- texturing
- biotribology
- biocompatibility
- hemocompatibility
- drug delivery
- antimicrobial behavior
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