Abstract
Bioinspired polymers have emerged as a promising field in biomaterials research, offering innovative solutions for various applications in biomedical engineering. This manuscript provides an overview of the advancements and potential of bioinspired polymers in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and biomedicine. The manuscript discusses their role in enhancing mechanical properties, mimicking the extracellular matrix, incorporating hydrophobic particles for self-healing abilities, and improving stability. Additionally, it explores their applications in antibacterial properties, optical and sensing applications, cancer therapy, and wound healing. The manuscript emphasizes the significance of bioinspired polymers in expanding biomedical applications, addressing healthcare challenges, and improving outcomes. By highlighting these achievements, this manuscript highlights the transformative impact of bioinspired polymers in biomedical engineering and sets the stage for further research and development in the field.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Article number | 1673 |
| Journal | Life |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 8 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Aug 2023 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2023 by the authors.
Funding
This review article received no funding.
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
- General Biochemistry,Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Space and Planetary Science
- Palaeontology
Keywords
- bioinspired polymers
- biomedical engineering
- biomedicine
- regenerative medicine
- tissue engineering
Disciplines
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
- Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Structural Biology
- Earth Sciences
- Paleontology