ARTIFICIAL ORGANS
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Ideas and Innovations in Bioengineering.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Mechanical Circulatory Support:
Research on devices such as left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) and total artificial hearts, including their design, functionality, and clinical outcomes. - Organ Preservation Techniques:
Studies focused on methods for preserving organs for transplantation, including machine perfusion technologies and the effects of various preservation solutions. - Biocompatibility and Hemocompatibility:
Investigations into the interactions between artificial devices and biological systems, including studies on blood compatibility and the prevention of thrombus formation. - Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine:
Research on the development of engineered tissues and organs, including 3D bioprinting and the use of stem cells for organ regeneration. - Clinical Outcomes and Patient Care:
Evaluations of clinical practices, patient outcomes, and quality of life for patients receiving artificial organ support, with an emphasis on psychological and physical rehabilitation. - Innovative Technologies in Artificial Organs:
Exploration of new technologies and methodologies for the creation and optimization of artificial organs, including computational modeling and advanced materials.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
There is a growing trend towards integrating AI and machine learning in the design and operation of artificial organs, optimizing performance and patient outcomes. - Wearable and Portable Artificial Organs:
Research on the development of wearable devices, such as artificial kidneys and insulin delivery systems, is gaining traction, reflecting a shift towards more patient-friendly solutions. - Personalized Medicine Approaches:
Increasing focus on tailoring artificial organ technologies to individual patient needs, including customized designs and treatment protocols, is emerging as a key area of interest. - Multisystem Organ Support Technologies:
Research that examines the synergy between different organ support systems, such as combining mechanical circulatory support with renal or respiratory support, is on the rise. - Regenerative Strategies and Biomaterials:
Innovations in biomaterials and regenerative medicine, including the development of scaffolds and extracellular matrices for tissue engineering, are becoming central themes in the journal.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Hemodialysis Techniques:
Research on conventional hemodialysis methods appears to be declining as innovative dialysis technologies and alternatives gain prominence. - Basic Biomechanical Studies:
Studies that focus solely on the basic biomechanics of artificial organs without integrating clinical applications or advanced engineering techniques are becoming less prevalent. - Single-Organ Studies:
Research that focuses exclusively on individual organ systems without considering the interconnectedness of multi-organ support systems is waning. - Historical Perspectives on Artificial Organs:
While historical analyses provided valuable insights, there is less emphasis on retrospective reviews as the focus shifts toward current advancements and future directions. - Animal Models in Preclinical Research:
The reliance on traditional animal models for testing and validation is decreasing, with a growing preference for in vitro and computational models.
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