Biomaterials for Tissue Regeneration Advances and Challenges for Fabrication and Clinical Translation

This book comprehensively reviews the essential characteristics of biomaterials and their designs important for applications in tissue regeneration. It delves into both past research milestones in tissue engineering and emerging trends poised for future integration. The primary focus lies on the evolution of biomaterial generations and the burgeoning domain of tissue engineering discovery. Furthermore, it examines various biomaterial categories, including bioceramics, bioactive glasses, synthetic and natural polymers, alongside their composite derivatives, all pivotal in scaffold fabrication, a cornerstone of tissue engineering. The book also looks at diverse scaffold fabrication methodologies, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the technical intricacies involved.

The book showcases recent breakthroughs in tissue engineering across multiple fronts such as bone, skin, cartilage, neural, and cardiac regeneration, highlighting their potential as pre-clinical interventions for rehabilitating injured or diseased tissues and organs. Finally, it reviews the contemporary landscape of biomaterials for tissue regeneration, shedding light on emerging trends and confronting the challenges that lie ahead.

Introduction.- Types of Biomaterials Used for Tissue Engineering.- Methods Used to Fabricate Tissue Engineering Scaffolds.- Recent Clinical Applications of Biomaterials in Tissue Engineering.- Recent Trends and Challenges of Biomaterials for Tissue Regeneration.

Dr. Mohammad M. Farag serves as a professor of biomaterials at the National Research Centre in Egypt, having earned his PhD in Bone Engineering Scaffold for Sustained Antibiotic Release. With a focus on impactful research, he has authored 48 publications in esteemed international journals and holds an h-index of 17.

His current research interests include the development of microspheres for targeted drug delivery, composite bioceramic scaffolds utilizing rapid prototyping techniques, and exploring injectable ceramic bone cements. Dr. Farag has gained valuable experience through his academic journey, including doctoral studies and postdoctoral grants in various countries from 2011 to 2019. Notably, he has secured patents both internationally and domestically.

Dr. Zainab M. Al-Rashidy, an Assistant Professor of Biomaterials at the National Research Centre in Egypt, brings a wealth of knowledge to her field. With an h-index of 8 and 14 international publications, she focuses on the development of functional coatings for metal implants and the synthesis of nanobioceramics. Her research aims to contribute to advancements in biomaterials science and engineering.