Smart Materials in Biomedicine

Abstract

Smart materials, also known as responsive or intelligent materials, are capable of responding to environmental stimuli in a predictable and controlled manner. Significant progress has been achieved in the field of smart materials over the last few decades, and these materials are now being employed in a variety of fields, including biomedical engineering. This chapter explores the use of smart materials in biomedicine, which has opened up a new frontier in the field. The chapter covers the fundamental principles of smart materials and their types, properties, and applications in biomedicine. It presents a thorough overview of the most recent research and development in the application of smart materials in biomedicine, including drug delivery, tissue engineering, biosensors, and imaging, as well as an explanation of the current difficulties and future prospects of this promising topic. This chapter concludes that smart materials possess pronounced potential in biomedicine and could revolutionize the way medical treatments are administered in the future.