Hydrogels in Orthopedic Tissue Engineering: Advances in Bone and Cartilage Regeneration (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials) - Softcover

Chinnappan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0443367671 ISBN 13: 9780443367670

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing, 2026

Synopsis

Hydrogels in Orthopaedic Tissue Engineering: Advances in Bone and Cartilage Regeneration is a comprehensive evaluation of new and existing biomaterials transforming orthopedic care: in particular, it examines the science and application of hydrogels, showcasing their remarkable ability to mimic natural tissue environments, promote healing, and integrate seamlessly with the body. It reviews recent advances in hydrogel technology, including their design, synthesis, and functionalization for enhanced biocompatibility and mechanical properties. Each chapter provides an in-depth analysis of hydrogel-based strategies for repairing and regenerating bone and cartilage, addressing critical challenges such as vascularization, cell differentiation, and long-term stability. Through detailed case, the book offers invaluable insights for researchers, clinicians, and biomedical engineers

• Provides a comprehensive and up-to-date resource that bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and clinical application in the field of regenerative medicine
• By compiling real-world case studies, it addresses the urgent need for effective biocompatible solutions that can improve patient outcomes and advance the field of tissue engineering
• Addresses the critical problem of effectively treating bone and cartilage injuries, which are often challenging due to the limited capacity for natural healing and the complexity of these tissues
• Covers the design, synthesis, and application of hydrogels, detailing how these materials can be engineered to mimic the natural extracellular matrix, support vascularization, and deliver bioactive molecules that enhance tissue regeneration

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About the Authors

Assistant Professor Dr. C. Balaji Ayyanar, Mechanical Engineering Department, CIT obtained his Ph. D. in Mechanical Engineering (Biopolymer Composites) 2021 from Anna University (Coimbatore Institute of Technology), Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Computer Aided Design) 2008 from Anna University (Government College of Engineering, Salem), Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering 2006 from Anna University (S. R. M. Engineering College, Chennai). Assistant Professor Dr. C. Balaji Ayyanar holds (13 Years & 10 Months) years of experience in teaching (Lecturers at Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam, Erode. 638 401 and Assistant Professor at Vel Tech Multi Tech Dr. R.R & Dr. SR Engineering College, Avadi, Chennai-600 062) and 3 years in research and development (Combat Vehicle Research and Development Establishment, DRDO, Ministry of Defence) at Avadi, Chennai-54. This includes, modeling analysis and research experience working at different levels in Advanced Chassis and Automotive System (ACAS) renamed as MBT, in CVRDE, DRDO. He holds his specializations in Computer Aided Design, preparation of manufacturing drawing using AutoCAD, Modeling (Pro- E), analysis of machine elements using FEM. Working as an academician, Assistant Professor Balaji Ayyanar. C had contributed vividly both to industry and academia. His contribution includes 32 publications in International Journals, 07 Book Chapters, and 32 papers in international and national conferences and granted 10 design patents and filed three patents and 2 books.

Dr. Elango Santhini is a Senior Scientific Officer at The South India Textile Research Association (SITRA), Coimbatore, India. She carried out her post-doctoral research at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, India. She has over 10 years of experience in medical textiles. Her research interests include wound healing materials, hydrogel, antimicrobial textiles and tissue engineering.

Dr Trishna Bal is currently an Assistant Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology, India. Her research interests include natural polymers, graft copolymers, hydrogel, polymer composites, wound healing and nanofiber materials

Dr Faiza Sharif is currently working as a Tenured Associate Professor at the Interdisciplinary Research Centre in Biomedical Materials, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Lahore Pakistan. She has a long career in Biological Science. She gained her PhD from Leiden University the Netherlands in 2011 and Post Doctorate from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Sheffield UK in the field of biomedical materials and tissue engineering. She has been working in the field for over 10. Her research interests include development of degradable biomedical materials for treatment of hard and soft tissue defects

Dr. N. S. Smrithi is currently pursuing her third year of Prosthodontics Senior Residency from The Tamil Nadu Dr M.G.R Medical University and has wide expertise in the field of Prosthodontics and Implantology. She completed her Bachelors in Dental Surgery from The Tamil Nadu Dr M.G.R Medical University (Sri Ramakrishna Dental College) in 2022. Her current research areas include hydrogels, dental material sciences and Implantology

Edition details

• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443367671
• ISBN 13: 9780443367670
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 322