Innovative Functional Polymer Composites for Next-Generation Biomedical Solutions
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 682
Special Issue Editor
2. Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050657 Bucharest, Romania
Interests: synthesis and characterization of nanobiomaterials; microfluidic synthesis; nanocomposites; biomedical engineering; drug delivery and targeting; antimicrobial surfaces; nanomodified surfaces
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Dear Colleagues,
The field of biomedical engineering is undergoing a transformative era, driven by advancements in functional polymer composites. These materials benefit from tunable physicochemical, mechanical, and biological properties that recommend them for diverse biomedical applications, including drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, diagnostic devices, and antimicrobial coatings. This Special Issue aims to explore cutting-edge research and innovations in synthesizing, characterizing, and applying polymer composites that are tailored for biomedical purposes. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, smart stimuli-responsive systems, bioactive polymer blends, nanocomposites for targeted therapies, and biodegradable materials for sustainable healthcare solutions. Submissions related to novel fabrication techniques, innovative functional composites, biocompatibility assessments, and translational research are particularly invited.
We welcome all types of manuscripts, including Research Articles, Reviews, and Short Communications. This Special Issue will provide a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in functional polymer composites and their potential to revolutionize modern medicine.
Dr. Adelina-Gabriela Niculescu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- functional polymer composites
- biomedical applications
- tissues engineering
- drug delivery systems
- stimuli-responsive polymers
- biodegradable materials
- nanocomposites
- biocompatibility
- antimicrobial coatings
- diagnostic devices
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