BIORHEOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Insights into Biological Fluid Dynamics
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Rheology of Biological Fluids:
This includes the study of the mechanical properties and flow behavior of blood and other bodily fluids, focusing on how these properties affect physiological and pathological conditions. - Interactions of Blood Components:
Research on how different blood cells, such as erythrocytes and platelets, interact under various conditions, especially in relation to clot formation and vascular health. - Microfluidic Applications:
Utilization of microfluidic technologies to simulate blood flow and study the rheological properties of blood at a microscale, providing insights into cellular interactions and dynamics. - Pathophysiology and Clinical Relevance:
Investigation into how changes in blood rheology relate to various diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, and COVID-19, highlighting potential diagnostic and therapeutic implications. - Innovative Measurement Techniques:
Development and application of novel methodologies for assessing the rheological properties of blood and other biological materials, enhancing the understanding of fluid dynamics in biological systems.
Trending and Emerging
- Microfluidic Technologies in Hemorheology:
There is an increasing trend towards using microfluidic devices to study blood flow and rheological properties, allowing for precise control and observation of cellular interactions in a controlled environment. - COVID-19 Related Hemorheological Research:
Research addressing the effects of COVID-19 on blood rheology and coagulation has surged, reflecting the pandemic's impact on the understanding of blood-related pathologies. - Biophysical Modeling and Simulations:
Emerging studies that utilize computational fluid dynamics and other modeling techniques to simulate blood flow and predict pathological outcomes are gaining traction. - Integration of Machine Learning Techniques:
The application of machine learning to analyze and predict blood rheological behavior, including red blood cell deformability and interactions, is becoming increasingly popular. - Exploration of Non-Traditional Blood Components:
Research is expanding to include the rheological properties of non-traditional components such as extracellular vesicles and their role in health and disease.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Hemorheology Studies:
Research focusing solely on classical hemorheological parameters without integrating newer technologies or interdisciplinary approaches is becoming less prominent. - Generalized Studies on Erythrocyte Properties:
While erythrocyte mechanics remain a core topic, studies that do not incorporate emerging technologies or novel insights into erythrocyte behavior in flow conditions are less frequently published. - Single-Factor Analyses:
Research that examines isolated factors affecting blood rheology without considering the complex interplay of multiple factors, such as biochemical and mechanical influences, is waning.
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