1B: Biomaterials for Functional Vasculature

This session will focus on the latest advancements in biomaterials designed to support the formation, maintenance, and repair of functional vasculature. Key areas of discussion will include the role of biomaterials in promoting angiogenesis and vasculogenesis, as well as biofabrication techniques such as 3D printing and bioprinting for creating complex vascular networks. Special emphasis will be placed on how biomaterial properties influence vascular cell behavior and vascular organization. Researchers will present cutting-edge ideas and advancements in translating these biomaterials and devices into clinical applications for tissue regeneration and vascular repair.