TechnologyAugust 24, 2026

biomaterial

BY-oh-muh-TEER-ee-ul

Definition

A synthetic or natural substance designed to interact with biological systems, often used in medical devices, implants, or diagnostic tools.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'bios' (life) and the Latin 'materia' (matter or substance). It entered English in the mid-20th century to describe materials specifically engineered to be compatible with living tissue.

In the news

The article discusses the co-development of AI-driven design platforms to discover and optimize new biomaterials for medical uses, such as biodegradable implants and drug delivery systems.

Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute advances AI-enabled biomaterials and digital health innovation

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BioSpectrum Asia

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