Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine aim to develop biological substitutes to restore, maintain, or improve tissue function. Biopolymers play a crucial role in these fields due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to mimic the natural extracellular matrix (ECM).
Applications in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Biopolymers are widely utilized in various medical applications:
· Bone Tissue Engineering
· Cartilage Repair
· Wound Healing
· Drug Delivery Systems
· Cardiac Tissue Engineering