Biomaterials in Ireland and the UK
Published 12 February, 2025
Introduction：
The field of biomaterials is rapidly evolving, with significant contributions emanating continuously from researchers in Ireland and the UK. These countries have a sizable global footprint in materials science, medical devices, and the healthcare industry. The United Kingdom and Ireland possess a unique relationship with each other due to their histories and current partnerships, both within Europe and Internationally. This special issue will spotlight the latest advancements and innovations in biomaterials research within these regions that are making international breakthroughs. By bringing together original studies and reviews subjected to routine vigorous peer assessment, we will present a comprehensive collection of state-of-the-art research in biomaterial science and engineering and its applications in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and beyond within these regions. This special issue will serve as a platform for researchers to share their findings, foster collaborations, and inspire future research in biomaterials, opening opportunities for clinical and industrial translation as well.
Topics covered:
- Biomaterials for tissue engineering
- Bioactive and hybrid materials
- Bioprinting and bioinks
- Biomaterials for regenerative medicine
- Organ and in vitro models
- Drug delivery systems
- Biomechanics and mechanical properties of biomaterials
- Advanced imaging techniques for biomaterials
- Clinical applications of biomaterials
- Gene therapy
- Electroactive and smart biomaterials
- Emerging technologies in biomaterials
Proposed Deadlines:
- Submission deadline: 1st Oct 2025
Submission Instructions:
Please read the Guide for Authors before submitting. All articles should be submitted online, please select [Biomaterials in Ireland and the UK] on submission.
Guest Editors:
- Catalina Vallejo Giraldo; University of Galway catalina.vallejogiraldo@universityofgalway.ie
- Shery Huang; University of Cambridge yysh2@cam.ac.uk
- Norbert Radacsi; University of Edinburgh N.Radacsi@ed.ac.uk
- Michael Monaghan; Trinity College Dublin MONAGHMI@tcd.ie
