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ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering

ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering covers biomaterials science, technology and engineering research and applications to biomedicine, bioengineering and clinical translation.

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Impact Factor 5.5
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 2373-9878
eISSN 2373-9878
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Immediate open access in ACS journals is available with an Article Publishing Charge; hybrid journals may offer a $2,000 USD discount for 12-month embargo open access; zero-embargo green open access carries a flat Article Development Charge of $2,500 USD due after acceptance; selected discounts and waivers may apply.

Submission Instructions

ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Articles

Cover Letter A cover letter is required for submission. Cover letter must include the manuscript title, corresponding author, all authors, manuscript type, a paragraph on the manuscript’s significance and suitability for the journal, a statement that all authors approved the submission, notice of any prior consideration by the journal, and any graphics needing special attention.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must be limited to 300 words.
Manuscript Manuscript must be organized in the order Title, Authors, Affiliations, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Experimental (Materials and Methods), Results, Discussion, Conclusions, supporting information paragraph if any, Acknowledgments, References, and Table of Contents graphic. Manuscript must include a graphical summary for the table of contents, four to six keywords, a supporting information paragraph after the Conclusions section if applicable, and disclosure of AI tool use in the Acknowledgments or Methods as appropriate.
References References must follow ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering style. References must be cited in consecutive numerical order as superscripts outside punctuation, include all author names without “et al.,” include article titles and DOIs for journal articles, use CASSI journal abbreviations, and exclude notes or commentary.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables should preferably be embedded near their first mention in the manuscript text, but may instead be placed at the end of the manuscript. Each graphic must be clearly labeled with a brief caption and each table must have a brief descriptive title.
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Reviews

Cover Letter A cover letter is required for Review submissions. Cover letter must include the manuscript title, corresponding author name, all coauthor names, manuscript type, a paragraph explaining the manuscript's significance and suitability for the journal, a statement that all authors approved the submission, any prior consideration by the journal, and any graphics needing special attention.
Abstract An abstract is required.
Manuscript Manuscript must be organized as Title, Authors, Affiliations, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Experimental (Materials and Methods), Results, Discussion, Conclusions, supporting information paragraph if any, Acknowledgments, References, and Table of Contents graphic. Manuscript must include a graphical summary for the table of contents, four to six keywords, a supporting information paragraph after Conclusions if applicable, and disclosure of AI tool use in the Acknowledgments or another appropriate section.
References References must follow ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering style. References must be cited by consecutive superscript Arabic numbers in order of first citation, include all author names without using et al., include article titles and DOI for all journal articles, use CASSI journal abbreviations, and exclude notes or commentary from the reference list.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables should preferably be embedded near their first mention in the manuscript text, but may instead be placed at the end of the manuscript. Each graphic must be clearly labeled and include a brief caption, and Reviews that reproduce material from other sources require copyright permissions.
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Letters

Cover Letter A cover letter is required for Letters. The cover letter must include the manuscript title, corresponding author, all other authors, manuscript type, a paragraph on significance and suitability, a statement that all authors approved the submission, any prior consideration by the journal, and any graphics needing special attention.
Abstract Letters must include an abstract. The abstract must be less than 100 words. The abstract is described as a brief abstract with no structured format specified.
Manuscript Letters are limited to 3 published pages, about 2500 words, and 6 double-spaced word-processed pages of text. Letters must flow continuously without separate subsections. The manuscript must include a graphical summary for the table of contents, four to six keywords, a supporting information paragraph if applicable, safety information in the main text, and disclosure of AI tool use in the Acknowledgments or Methods as applicable.
References References must follow ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering reference style. References must be cited by consecutive superscript Arabic numbers in order of first citation, include all author names without “et al.”, include journal article titles and CASSI abbreviations, and provide DOIs for journal articles.
Figures & Tables Letters are limited to 3–4 figures. Figures and tables should preferably be embedded near their first mention in the manuscript text, but may instead be placed at the end of the manuscript. Each graphic must be clearly labeled and include a brief caption, and each table must have a brief descriptive title.
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Recent Publications

Corynoline and Extracellular Vesicles Co-Loaded Scaffold Accelerates Vascularized Bone Regeneration with Photothermal Stimulation

Rou Li, Chaochen Wang, Yong Xie, Weitong Gao, Yanning Guo, Yingjie Yu, Sai Luo, Ye Li, Xinyao Chen, Cong Cao, Wei Ji, Chunyu Li, Baohua Xu, Qing Cai, Jing Li

10.1021/acsbiomaterials.6c00156
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A Methodological Approach to Relate Pentapeptide Sequence, Atomistic Self-Assembly, and Gelation Behavior

Shimanto Roy, Robin K. Hur, Lawrence C. McAllister, Kyle J. Lampe, Camille L. Bilodeau

10.1021/acsbiomaterials.6c00402
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Prediction of Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Immune Suppression Using Live Imaging in a Three-Dimensional Microfluidic Device

Priyanka Priyadarshani, Rebecca S. Schneider, Kejie Rui, Andrés J. García, Luke J. Mortensen

10.1021/acsbiomaterials.6c00109
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An Injectable Rapid-Adhesion and Self-Expanding Underwater Hydrogel Adhesive with Biodegradation and Reinforced Hemostasis for Deep Noncompressible Hemorrhage Management

Li Xu, Yifan Xu, Xiaocong Zhao, Tao Liu, Fengya Jing, Sen Wang, Tianzhu Zhang

10.1021/acsbiomaterials.5c01707
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Reprogramming the Diabetic Wound Microenvironment by Enzyme Cascade-Driven, ROS-Responsive Microspheres

Cong Ma, Yifan Chen, Zihao Zong, Lijun You, Kseniya Hileuskaya

10.1021/acsbiomaterials.6c00663
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Significant delays in the peer review process can occur if crystallographic information files are not submitted in advance.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter must accompany every manuscript submission. It must include the manuscript title, corresponding author name, names of all other authors, manuscript type, a paragraph explaining significance and suitability for ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, names and addresses of at least three qualified unbiased reviewers with their expertise, statements confirming originality and that the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere, confirmation that all authors approved the submission, notice of any prior consideration by the journal, and any graphics needing special attention.

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What are the publication costs?

Immediate open access requires an Article Publishing Charge. Hybrid journals may offer a $2,000 USD discount for 12-month embargo open access. Zero-embargo green open access requires a flat $2,500 USD Article Development Charge due after acceptance. Diamond open access is free for authors in selected journals, and some waivers or discounts may apply.

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Research Topics

Bone Tissue Engineering Materials 3D Printing in Biomedical Research Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics Silk-based biomaterials and applications Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications RNA Interference and Gene Delivery Polymer Surface Interaction Studies Cellular Mechanics and Interactions Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques Hydrogels: synthesis, properties, applications Wound Healing and Treatments Academic Writing and Publishing Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies Advanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials Supramolecular Self-Assembly in Materials biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes Innovative Microfluidic and Catalytic Techniques Innovation Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments Antimicrobial Peptides and Activities