Biocompatible Research of Materials in Biomedical Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Developing biocompatible materials is fundamental to advancing modern healthcare, particularly in the design and optimization of artificial organs, targeted drug delivery systems, vascular grafts, regenerative medicine, cancer therapies, tissue engineering, and bioimaging or biosensing platforms. These materials play a critical role in improving patient outcomes, minimizing immune responses, and enhancing the integration of medical devices within the human body.

In recent decades, remarkable progress has been made toward creating safer, more efficient, and multifunctional biomaterials. These include polymer, polymer blends and composite materials, advanced membranes, hydrogels, nano-/microfibers, scaffolds, thin films, nano-/microparticles, and capsules—many of which offer enhanced mechanical strength, optimized transport properties, and well-defined morphology. These innovations aim to address persistent biocompatibility challenges that limit the long-term success of medical interventions.

This Special Issue aims to showcase recent advances in the synthesis, characterization, and application of novel biocompatible materials and devices, validated through in vitro, ex vivo, or in vivo studies. Submissions from multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary teams are strongly encouraged to foster meaningful knowledge exchange across diverse scientific fields. Both original research articles and in-depth reviews are welcome, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape and future directions in biocompatible material development.

Dr. Mónica Faria
Dr. Rita F. Pires
Dr. Elisa Julião Campos
Dr. Raquel Viveiros
Guest Editors

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