Polymeric Materials in Tissue Engineering Application
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 January 2025)
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biomaterials; tissue regeneration; drug delivery; electrospun; nanofibers
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Special Issue Information
Polymer materials play a central role in tissue engineering, widely utilized as scaffolding for cell and tissue growth due to their unique properties. These materials can mimic the structure and function of natural extracellular matrix, providing essential physical support and biochemical signals that promote cell adhesion, proliferation, and differentiation. For example, polymer scaffolds can be designed with a specific porosity and mechanical strength to meet the needs of different tissues, such as bone, cartilage, or vascular tissues. Furthermore, polymer materials can be modified on their surface to introduce bioactive molecules, such as proteins, peptides, or growth factors, thereby enhancing their interaction with cells. This ability to precisely control material characteristics makes polymers an indispensable component of tissue engineering, offering powerful tools for regenerative medicine and tissue repair.
Review, mini-review, and original research articles to be included in this Research Topic are welcomed. Subtopics may include but are not limited to the following:
-Synthesis of novel polymer materials and their applications in tissue engineering; -Modification and functionalization of polymer-based biomaterials;
-Design of polymer scaffolds and studies on cell interactions;
-Evaluation of the biocompatibility and biodegradability of polymers for tissue engineering;
-Innovative applications of polymer materials in soft and hard tissue engineering;
-Development of polymer-based drug delivery systems for tissue engineering;
-Pre-clinical and clinical trials of polymer materials in regenerative medicine.
Dr. Juan Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- polymeric materials
- tissue engineering
- regenerative medicine
- polymer-based drug delivery
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