BF特刊征稿|用于生物制造的多功能水凝胶和复合材料

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• 欧阳礼亮，清华大学
• 吴成铁，中国科学院上海硅酸盐研究所
• 边黎明，华南理工大学

主题范围

Multifunctionalised hydrogels and composites have emerged as advanced biomaterials designed to overcome the limitations of traditional hydrogels. While basic hydrogels provide a hydrating 3D environment, they often lack the structural integrity and biochemical complexity of native tissues. This has driven the development of composite systems, where hydrogels are integrated with secondary components like nanofibers, microparticles, inorganic additives or other polymers. This approach creates a synergistic material that combines the bioactivity and diffusion properties of a hydrogel with enhanced mechanical strength, tuneable degradation, and additional functionalities, forming a more robust and biomimetic scaffold for tissue engineering and biofabrication.

The significance of these composites lies in their unparalleled ability to engineer a holistic tissue microenvironment. For instance, incorporating reinforcing fibres enables the printing of stable, intricate 3D structures in biofabrication, while the inclusion of conductive elements or growth factor-releasing particles can direct complex cellular processes. Thus, multifunctionalised hydrogels and composites are pivotal for bridging the gap between simple 3D cell culture and the creation of functional biological tissues.

In this focus collection, we will cover the following key areas:

• Synthesis of multifunctionalised hydrogels or composites
• Development of multifunctionalised hydrogels or composites based on natural materials
• Multi-phase (e.g., aqueous two-phase solution, microgels) hydrogels or composites
• 3D bioprinting
• 4D bioprinting
• Organoid culture based on multifunctionalised hydrogels or composites
• Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine application based on hydrogels or composites
• In vitro tissue modelling based on hydrogels or composites
• Any other related areas on Multifunctionalised Hydrogels and Composites for Biofabrication

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投稿截止日期：2026年3月30日。