2nd Biomaterials Research Day at FunGlass – Strengthening Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange

On February 12, 2025, FunGlass hosted the 2nd Biomaterials Research Day, a unique international symposium organized in cooperation with the Institute of Biomaterials, FAU Erlangen. The event was held under the supervision of Dr. Martin Michalek, Head of the Biomaterials Department at FunGlass, and Prof. Aldo R. Boccaccini, Head of the Institute of Biomaterials.

The symposium featured 10 insightful presentations—five from Trenčín and five from Erlangen. At FunGlass Trenčín, presenters participated in person, while other participants joined online. The event attracted more than 75 online attendees from around the world, highlighting the strong international interest in biomaterials research.

  • Luiza Mirt / Designing functionalized mesoporous biomaterials: MCM-41 and MBGNs for tissue engineering
  • Daniela Jaramillo Raquejo / Tailoring Silica nanoparticles via the Sol-Gel method for enhanced bioactivity and drug delivery
  • Karla Faquine Rodrigues / Improving biocompatibility and performance of PCL electrospun fibers via modified cellulose nanocrystals
  • Zulema Vargas Osorio / Fabrication of PCL, chitosan and κ-carrageenan electrospun nanofibers using different FA/AA ratios as benign solvent system
  • Meng Li / Rose Bengal-Integrated Mesoporous Bioactive Glass Nanoparticles: From Fabrication to Functionality
  • Rezvan Azari / Development and Characterization of Multifunctional Zn-doped Bioactive Glass Nanoparticles for Bone Tissue Applications
  • Hsuang-Heng Lu / Development of composite hydrogels incorporating ion-releasing bioactive glass nanoparticles for bioprinting applications
  • Martina Vitázková / Mesoporous Bioactive Glass Nanoparticles with SiO₂ Shell and SPIONs for Enhanced Angiogenesis and Osteogenesis via Co-B Doping
  • Ertugrul Varlik / Fused deposited multi-targeted co-BG/PLA composite bone scaffolds for enhanced tissue regeneration activity

The event focused on cutting-edge research in bioactive glasses, bioceramics, composites, nanomaterials, and functional structures, addressing a wide range of medical applications—from implants and drug delivery to regenerative medicine. This gathering provided a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge, strengthen collaborations, and grow together as researchers. It fostered the exchange of ideas between colleagues in Trenčín and Erlangen, reinforcing our commitment to continued cooperation and knowledge transfer in biomaterials science.

We sincerely thank all presenters and participants for their valuable contributions in making this event a success. We look forward to future opportunities to keep collaborating and advancing together!