Design and Synthesis Composites for Biomedical Application

Dear Colleagues,

The treatment of bone defects caused by trauma, inflammation, or tumor resection is still a challenge in the field of orthopedics. Various natural or synthetic biological materials used in clinical applications cannot fully replicate the structure and performance of raw bone. Therefore, the development of scaffolds and implants with multiple functions and biological properties is highly expected for practical applications. By interacting with these bioactive materials, the biological responses of cells involved in bone regeneration are activated, such as inducing gene expression, promoting angiogenesis, and activating the functions of immune cell. These novel biomaterials can effectively enhance bone regeneration and thus have a significant impact on individual patients and health care systems.

In this Special Issue, we would like to present an innovative perspective for the scaffolds and implants for bone regeneration. Relevant topics include, but are not be limited to, the following: scaffold design and fabrication; biodegradability and biomineralization; cells’ responses to implants; interplay between cells and scaffold; cell microenvironment regulation; antibacterial behavior; and scaffold-based drug delivery. Both original research articles and reviews are welcome.

Dr. Mengting Li
Prof. Dr. Nan Ma
Guest Editors

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