The Mechanical Properties of Biomaterials

Dear Colleagues,

Biomaterials are those natural or synthetic materials designed to interact with biological systems for therapeutical purposes. Due to the complexity of the working environment, the mechanical properties of biomaterials are vital for them to endure the erratic stresses imposed by various dynamic stimuli and competently complete the intended tasks, such as sensing or monitoring the tissue lesion, replacing dysfunctional organs, supporting tissue regeneration, or delivering effective medicines. In this regard, we frame this Special Issue of Biomimetics to report the latest advances in studying the mechanical properties of biomaterials, as well as to review the recent progress achieved in the related fields. The topics of interest include, but are not limited to the following aspects:

• Mechanical response (stress/strain/time relationships) of biomaterials;
• Theoretical and experimental fracture mechanics of tissues and implants;
• The impact behavior of tissues and medical devices;
• 3D printing of biomaterials and their mechanical properties
• Adhesion properties of wearable sensors and therapeutic coverings;
• Tribological study of the interface between biomaterials and human tissues;
• Advances in the structural and mechanical characterization of biomaterials in both laboratory and clinical scenario;
• Mechanobiology, including the response of cells, tissues and living materials to mechanical stimuli;
• Bioinspired/biomimetic structural materials for medical applications.
• Biomineralization processes in mineralized tissues and their effects on mechanical properties

Dr. Haocheng Quan
Prof. Dr. Wei Huang
Guest Editors

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