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A Coupled Experiment-finite Element Modeling Methodology for Assessing High Strain Rate Mechanical Response of Soft Biomaterials
Published on: May 18, 2015
The quest for mechanically and biologically functional soft biomaterials via soft network composites
Onur Bas1, Isabelle Catelas2, Elena M De-Juan-Pardo3
1ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre in Additive Biomanufacturing, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Kelvin Grove, Brisbane, QLD 4059, Australia; Centre in Regenerative Medicine, Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4059, Australia; School of Chemistry, Physics and Mechanical Engineering, Science and Engineering Faculty (SEF), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD 4001, Australia.
Researchers are developing advanced soft biomaterials for tissue regeneration. Soft network composites, mimicking natural tissues, show promise for tissue engineering and drug delivery applications.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Tissue Engineering
- Drug Delivery
Background:
- Developing multifunctional soft biomaterials for complex tissue regeneration is challenging.
- Biomimetic design concepts are crucial for creating advanced soft biomaterials.
- Soft network composites offer promising solutions due to their similarity to native tissues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review soft network composite systems for tissue engineering and drug delivery.
- To emphasize the design, biomaterial, and fabrication aspects of these composites.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent research on soft network composites.
- Analysis of biomimetic design principles.
- Exploration of advanced manufacturing technologies.
Main Results:
- Soft network composites, with hydrogel matrices and fibrous networks, closely mimic native soft biological materials.
- These composites possess desirable physicochemical properties for regenerative applications.
Conclusions:
- Soft network composites represent a significant advancement in soft biomaterials.
- Further research into their design, composition, and fabrication will enhance their utility in tissue engineering and drug delivery.
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