Sustainable Fiber-Based Hydrogel Composites

Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa serves as a Principal Research Scientist and Advisor for International Development at King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. He holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2010), an MTech in Computational Analysis (2013), and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Science (2018) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India, followed by a Post-Doctorate from KMUTNB (2019). A prolific researcher in materials science and composites, his research focuses on natural fiber composites, polymer composites, and advanced material technology. He has received multiple accolades, including Outstanding Researcher Award 2021 from KMUTNB and recognition in Stanford University's Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists list. He also serves as an Associate Editor for Elsevier’s Heliyon and Frontier Materials, while holding seven patents across UK, Thailand, and India. Dr. Mohit Kumar is a Research Scientist in the Natural Composites Research Group Lab, at King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. He holds a B. Tech from Kurukshetra University, in India; an M. Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Welding and Fabrication) from Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed University), India; and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Polymer Composites) from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, India. Dr. Kumar’s research interests mainly focus on the characterization and synthesis of polymer composite materials, with specialization in the aging and durability of FRP composites and finite element modeling. He is also active in exploring the development of natural composites for tissue engineering applications. Dr. Kumar participates in the peer review process for several international journals and serves on numerous editorial boards, reflecting his expertise in materials engineering and composite technologies.Dr. Ranvijay Kumar is an Assistant Professor (Research) at Marwadi University Research Center. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Punjabi University, Patiala. His expertise includes additive manufacturing, smart materials, friction-based welding, polymer composites, and plastic waste management. He has co-authored 80+ SCI-indexed research papers, 50 book chapters, and presented at 20 conferences. A recipient of the prestigious CII MILCA Award (2020), his work is published in top journals. Recognized among Stanford University’s top 2% scientists (2022–2024), he has significantly contributed to additive manufacturing and advanced material research. Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Suchart Siengchin serves as the President of King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). His academic journey spans German institutions, earning degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Technology, and Material Science, culminating in a PhD from the University of Kaiserslautern and habilitation from Chemnitz University. A distinguished researcher in polymer processing and composite materials, he serves as the Editor-in-Chief of KMUTNB’s International Journal of Applied Science and Technology. His excellence in research has been recognized with multiple KMUTNB Outstanding Researcher Awards (2010, 2012, 2013) and the National Excellence Researcher Award (2021) from the National Research Council of Thailand. He is ranked among Stanford University's top 2% scientists globally, reflecting his substantial impact in materials science and engineering.

• Section I: Introduction to Sustainable Fiber-Based Hydrogel Composites1. Introduction to Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites in Biomedical Applications2. Sustainable Fibers: Sources, Properties, and Biomedical RelevanceSection II: Fabrication Techniques of Fiber-Reinforced Hydrogel Composites3. Hydrogel Synthesis Methods for Biomedical Applications4. Integration of Natural Fibers into Hydrogels5. Hybrid Fabrication Approaches: Combining Mechanical and Biological PropertiesSection III: Characterization and Properties of Fiber-Based Hydrogel Composites6. Mechanical and Rheological Aspects of Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites7. Biocompatibility, Bioactivity, and Degradation Profiles8. Thermal and Chemical Properties of Fiber-based Hydrogel CompositesSection IV: Multifunctional Biomedical Applications9. Applications of Fiber-Based Hydrogel Scaffolds in Tissue Engineering10. Drug Delivery Systems: Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites as Drug Carriers11. Wound Healing and Antibacterial Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites12. Sensors and Biosensors: Smart Hydrogel Composites in DiagnosticsSection V: Case Studies and Clinical Translations13. Case Studies in Clinical trials and safety assessments14. Ethical and Regulatory Considerations in the Use of Fiber-based Hydrogel CompositesSection VI: Emerging Trends and Future Directions15. Advances in 3D Printing and Bioprinting of Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites16. Sustainability and Environmental Impact of Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites17. Future Perspectives and Challenges in Fiber-based Hydrogel Composites