Bone defects and injuries pose profound challenges across orthopedics, dentistry, and reconstructive surgery. The relentless quest for materials that are effective, safe, and cost-efficient in bone repair has led to significant advancements within biomaterials science. Currently, the field is marked by a plethora of innovative materials that promise enhanced healing, reduced recovery times, and improved integration with existing tissues. Despite these advances, there exists an ongoing demand for materials that can replicate the complex architecture of bone, provide sustained release of growth factors, and offer integration without adverse reactions.
Recent studies have demonstrated promising results in the development of composite materials, bioactive ceramics, and biodegradable polymers that cater to these requirements. These materials have shown potential in fostering osteoinductive environments conducive to bone regeneration, as evidenced by enhanced cellular responses and improved mechanical properties in various in vitro and in vivo studies. Yet, the path from bench to bedside is fraught with challenges, including scale-up processes, evaluation of long-term biocompatibility, and the tailoring of materials for specific clinical scenarios.
This Research Topic aims to explore the latest innovations in materials designed for bone repair. The primary objectives include detailing the synthesis, optimization, and clinical application of these materials, and providing a robust platform that integrates cross-disciplinary perspectives from materials science, engineering, and medicine. By highlighting recent breakthroughs and addressing current challenges, we seek to cultivate a comprehensive dialogue around innovative solutions that bridge the gap between laboratory research and clinical application. To gather further insights into advanced biomaterials for bone repair, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Design and synthesis of novel biomaterials for bone tissue engineering • In vitro and in vivo evaluation methods for assessing material performance • Optimization strategies for enhancing bone material efficacy • Case studies and clinical trials of new materials • Interdisciplinary approaches in bone repair material development
We invite contributions in various formats such as original research, reviews, case studies, and clinical trials.
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Article types
This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:
Brief Research Report
Case Report
Data Report
Editorial
FAIR² Data
FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
General Commentary
Hypothesis and Theory
Methods
Mini Review
Opinion
Original Research
Perspective
Review
Systematic Review
Technology and Code
Keywords: novel biomaterials, bone tissue engineering, bone material efficacy, bone repair
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