Calcium Phosphate and Titanium Biomaterials for Bone Regeneration and Implant Integration
This community develops inorganic and metallic materials designed to repair skeletal defects, support tissue growth, and improve the integration of orthopedic and dental implants.
The research centers on the synthesis and application of calcium phosphate ceramics, including hydroxyapatite and biphasic composites, often combined with bioactive glasses or phosphate cements. A major focus is the modification of titanium surfaces through coatings, porosity engineering, and alloy development to enhance osseointegration. These materials are frequently studied in the context of scaffolds for tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, and the treatment of bone defects. The work frequently involves evaluating osteogenic differentiation, antibacterial properties, and mechanical performance in vitro and in animal models to optimize the biological response of the implant or graft.
The largest share of this community's output is found in calcium research, representing 13.0% of all calcium research, with 14,615 papers in this group. It also constitutes a significant portion of phosphorus (7.1%) and titanium (6.2%) research.
The community comprises 50,063 papers, published primarily in Ceramics International, Biomaterials, and Acta Biomaterialia.
Recent work continues to focus on advanced scaffold fabrication, including 3D bioprinting and injectable cements, as well as the development of strontium-releasing biomaterials and hydrogel-based systems for bone repair and implant integration.