生物医学および薬学ジャーナル

Development of Novel Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering Applications in Regenerative Medicine

Abstract

Mark Anthony*

The development of novel biomaterials for tissue engineering applications in regenerative medicine has emerged as a promising field at the intersection of materials science, biology and medicine. Tissue engineering aims to regenerate, repair, or replace damaged tissues and organs by harnessing the body's natural healing mechanisms combined with engineered biomaterials. This multidisciplinary approach holds significant potential for addressing a wide range of medical conditions, from chronic wounds to organ failure, by providing innovative solutions that mimic the structure and function of native tissues. At the core of tissue engineering is the design and fabrication of biomaterials that can serve as scaffolds to support cell growth, proliferation and differentiation. These scaffolds must possess specific properties to mimic the Extracellular Matrix (ECM) of the target tissue, including appropriate mechanical strength, porosity, surface chemistry and biodegradability. Advances in materials science have enabled the development of biomaterials with tailored properties, allowing researchers to create highly sophisticated scaffolds capable of guiding tissue regeneration with precision.