Sustainable Biomaterials & Bioengineering (SBME) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research at the convergence of sustainable biomaterials, bioengineering, biotechnology, environmental science, and translational biomedical innovation.
The journal was established to provide a rigorous scholarly platform for the publication of high-quality research focused on the development, characterisation, optimisation, and application of sustainable, biocompatible, and environmentally responsible materials and technologies. SBME seeks to bridge fundamental materials science with translational engineering solutions that address emerging global challenges in healthcare, sustainability, environmental remediation, and the circular bioeconomy.
The primary aim of the journal is to accelerate scientific and technological innovation through the integration of materials science, engineering, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and sustainability-driven design. The journal prioritises research with strong scientific merit, translational relevance, methodological rigour, and potential societal or environmental impact.
SBME welcomes original research articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, narrative reviews, perspectives, mini-reviews, short communications, and editorials across a broad range of interdisciplinary domains.
The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:
Sustainable Biomaterials
- Bio-based polymers, hydrogels, and composites
- Biodegradable and recyclable biomaterials
- Biomass-derived and waste-derived materials
- Green synthesis and environmentally responsible processing
- Sustainable nanomaterials and bio-inspired materials
- Life-cycle assessment and sustainability metrics
Bioengineering and Biomedical Applications
- Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine
- Drug delivery and controlled release systems
- Implantable and wearable biomaterials
- Biointerfaces, biocompatibility, and immunoengineering
- Biofabrication and 3D/4D bioprinting
- Biomedical devices and translational biomaterials research
Environmental and Industrial Bioengineering
- Environmental biotechnology and bioremediation
- Water purification and pollution control technologies
- Circular bioeconomy and resource recovery systems
- Bioprocess engineering and biorefineries
- Sustainable manufacturing and industrial biotechnology
Advanced and Emerging Technologies
- Nanobiotechnology and nanomedicine
- Smart, responsive, and functional biomaterials
- Biosensors, bioelectronics, and lab-on-chip systems
- Synthetic biology and bio-integrated systems
- Computational biomaterials science and modelling
Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Innovation
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning in biomaterials discovery
- AI-assisted materials optimisation and predictive modelling
- Computational simulation of biointerfaces and biological systems
- High-throughput experimentation and automation
- Digital twins and personalised biomedical technologies
Translational and Societal Impact
- Scale-up and manufacturing of sustainable biomaterials
- Regulatory, ethical, and commercialisation considerations
- Sustainability assessments and techno-economic analysis
- Global health applications of biomaterials and bioengineering
- Policy, implementation, and interdisciplinary innovation frameworks
The journal encourages submissions that demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration between academia, healthcare, engineering, industry, and policy sectors. SBME particularly values research that advances open science, sustainability, translational innovation, and evidence-based scientific progress with global relevance.