Metals and Alloys for Biomedical Application

Dear Colleagues,

Currently, metallic biomaterials are the class of materials with the largest use in the orthopedics, dental, and cardiac fields. Standard surgical implant materials include stainless steels, CoCr alloys, and titanium (Ti) alloys. These metallic biomaterials show a good combination of good corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and mechanical properties. However, the basic functions that these materials played are still very simple, such as supporting, fixation, and protecting. The lack of bio-functions limits their further applications. Therefore, the development of metallic biomaterials not only focuses on the improvement of mechanical behavior, but also aims to functionalize them and enhance their bioactivity. For instance, various surface treatments have been developed to improve the osseointegration of stainless steels and Ti alloys. In addition, biodegradable metals, such as magnesium (Mg), zinc (Zn), and iron (Fe) alloys, are considered potential ideal choices to deal with some specific clinical problems (e.g., bone fracture and vessel blockages).

It is our great pleasure to invite you to submit a manuscript for this Special Issue focusing on the design, fabrication, functionalization, and application of metallic biomaterials. Full papers, communications, and reviews are all welcome.

Dr. Dapeng Zhao
Prof. Dr. Hong Wu
Dr. Jing Bai
Guest Editors

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