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International Journal of Bioprinting

International Journal of Bioprinting is an international journal covering the technology, science and clinical application of the broadly defined field of bioprinting. It covers all stages of the bioprinting process from concept creation to fabrication and beyond, including information technologies, materials and formulation, cell source and biotechnology, 3D bioprinting technologies, new design and fabrication paradigms, applied research on 3D-printed products, and associated social implications. The journal publishes original research articles, brief commentaries, and reviews related to bioprinting.

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Subject Engineering, Biomedical, Materials Science, Biomaterials
Impact Factor 6
Quartile Q1
Open Access Type Open
ISSN 2424-7723
eISSN 2424-8002
Invitation Only No
Cost Range $3000 publication fee per submission with no additional charges based on color, length, figures, or other elements.

Submission Instructions

International Journal of Bioprinting accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Research Article

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must state the manuscript title and type, briefly summarize the study background, question, methods, main findings and significance, explain the journal fit, confirm all authors approved the manuscript, disclose conflicts of interest, and include Special Issue or conference details when applicable.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract must be unstructured and no more than 250 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript The manuscript must be at least 5000 words. The main text must include Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. The manuscript must include 3 to 8 keywords and disclose any use of AI and AI-assisted technologies.
References The manuscript should include approximately 40 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered in order of appearance using superscript Arabic numerals, not alphabetized, use PubMed journal abbreviations, and list up to 6 authors or editors before adding the first 3 followed by et al. if there are more than 6.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables must be cited in numeric order and placed after the paragraph where they are first cited. Figure captions must appear below figures, table captions must appear above tables, and tables must be provided in editable DOC or DOCX format rather than as pictures.
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Review

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must include the manuscript title and type, a brief background, the research question and rationale, what was done, the main findings and their significance, why the manuscript fits the journal and interests readers, confirmation that all authors approved the manuscript, and any required disclosures about special issues, conference presentation, and conflicts of interest.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract must be unstructured and no more than 250 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Review manuscripts must be no less than 5000 words. Review manuscripts should begin with an Introduction, include several middle sections with unfixed titles, and end with a Conclusion. The manuscript must include 3 to 8 keywords and disclose any use of AI and AI-assisted technologies.
References Review manuscripts should include approximately 70 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited with superscript Arabic numerals, not alphabetized, use PubMed journal abbreviations, and list up to 6 authors or editors before using the first 3 followed by et al. when there are more than 6.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables must be cited in numeric order and placed after the paragraph where they are first cited. Table captions must appear above tables, figure captions must appear below figures, and tables must be editable rather than submitted as pictures.
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Case Report

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must include the manuscript title and type, a brief background, the study question and rationale, what was done, the main findings and their significance, why the manuscript fits the journal and interests readers, and confirmation of all authors' approval.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract must be unstructured and no more than 150 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript The manuscript must be 1000-1500 words. The main text must contain Introduction, Case presentation, Discussion, and Conclusion sections. The manuscript must include 3-8 keywords and disclose any use of AI and AI-assisted technologies.
References The manuscript should include approximately 15 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered in order of appearance using superscript Arabic numerals, not alphabetized, and list up to 6 authors or editors, or the first 3 followed by "et al." if there are more than 6.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables must be cited in numeric order and placed after the paragraph where they are first cited. Figure captions must appear below figures, table captions must appear above tables, and tables must be editable rather than submitted as images.
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Editorial

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. Cover letter must state the manuscript title and type, brief background, research question and rationale, what was done, main findings and significance, why the manuscript fits the journal and interests readers, confirm all authors approved the manuscript and journal-specific requirements were met, and include Special Issue or conference details if applicable.
Abstract Abstract is not required for Editorial manuscripts.
Manuscript Editorial manuscripts must not exceed 1200 words. Use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in preparing the manuscript must be disclosed in the manuscript.
References Editorial manuscripts should include approximately 5 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered in order of appearance using superscript Arabic numerals, not alphabetized, use PubMed journal abbreviations, and list up to 6 authors or editors before using the first 3 followed by et al. for more than 6.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables must be placed after the paragraph where they are first cited. Table captions must appear above tables, figure captions must appear below figures, and tables must be editable rather than submitted as pictures.
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Letter To Editor

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. The cover letter must include the manuscript title and type, a brief background, the question addressed and why, what was done, the main findings and their significance, why the manuscript fits the journal and interests readers, confirmation that all authors approved the manuscript and that journal requirements were met, and any applicable special issue, conference, and conflict of interest disclosures.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract must not exceed 250 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript The manuscript must not exceed 1500 words. The manuscript may include 3 to 8 keywords and must disclose any use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in the manuscript.
References The manuscript must include no more than 20 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered in order of appearance using superscript Arabic numerals, not alphabetized, journal names must use PubMed abbreviations, and references must list up to 6 authors or editors or the first 3 followed by "et al." if more than 6 are present.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables must be placed after the paragraph where they are first cited. Tables must be editable and not submitted as pictures, and figure legends and table captions must explain non-standard abbreviations and identifying symbols.
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Perspective Article

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. Cover letter must include the manuscript title and type, brief study background, the question addressed and why, what was done, the main findings and their significance, why the manuscript fits the journal and interests readers, confirmation of author approval and compliance with journal requirements, and disclosure of any Special Issue or conference presentation details.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must be no more than 150 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 2000 words. Manuscript must include 3-8 keywords and disclose any use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in the manuscript.
References References should include approximately 10 citations. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered in order of appearance using superscript Arabic numerals, not alphabetized, with journal names abbreviated per PubMed and up to 6 authors listed or the first 3 followed by "et al." if there are more than 6.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables must be placed after the paragraph where they are first cited. Figure captions must appear below figures, table captions must appear above tables, and tables must be editable rather than submitted as pictures.
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Recent Publications

Fabrication of prevascularized co-culture spheroids and their 3D bioprinting application

Daniel S. Alt, V. Ivy Petsinger, Oju Jeon, Aixiang Ding, Eben Alsberg

10.36922/ijb026270284
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Bioprinting and artificial intelligence strategies for additively manufactured wearable biosensors

Zhuoyuan Yang, Zefu Ren, Yuxuan Wu, Meng Cheng, Jia An, Sirish Namilae, Chee Kai Chua, Yizhou Jiang

10.36922/ijb026260276
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New approach methodologies (NAMs): The enabling role of bioprinting

Christoph Meinert, Silvia Cometta, Peter Levett, Jacqui McGovern, Terrance Thiel, Anjali Jaiprakash, Ross Burdis, Travis Klein, Gail Risbridger, Molly M. Stevens, Dietmar W. Hutmacher

10.36922/ijb026230239
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Temporality, curvature, responsiveness, and beyond: Dimensional expansion in organoid bioprinting

Mu He, Lingzi Liao, Ziwei Dai, Yangyang Xia, Jinyang Xu, Zhigang Cai, Shang Xie

10.36922/ijb026310329
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Multifunctional PCL/MXene ultrafine fiber scaffolds with tunable topology and photothermal response

Zhongfei Zou, Xingke Huang, Zhen Shen, Fangtao Shi, Xianhui Cai, Sen Yuan, Yuewei Chen, Yong He

10.36922/ijb026300324
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

16 days submission to first decision; 45 days submission to final decision; 3 days acceptance to publication

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is required for each manuscript. It should explain the significance of the study, why it fits the journal scope, why it would interest readers, confirm that the manuscript is not published or under consideration elsewhere, and confirm author approval. Special Issue submissions and prior conference presentation details should also be stated when applicable.

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Research Topics

3D Printing in Biomedical Research Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies Bone Tissue Engineering Materials Innovative Microfluidic and Catalytic Techniques Innovation Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Anatomy and Medical Technology Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes Cancer Cells and Metastasis Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty Pluripotent Stem Cells Research Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms Silk-based biomaterials and applications Wound Healing and Treatments Cell Image Analysis Techniques Cellular Mechanics and Interactions Neuroscience and Neural Engineering Dental materials and restorations Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials Additive Manufacturing Materials and Processes Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Microfluidic and Bio-sensing Technologies Nanofabrication and Lithography Techniques

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