Biodegradable Iron Implants: Development, Processing, and Applications

Dr. VP Muhammad Rabeeh is currently working as a Senior Scientist (Biomaterials) at Dr. Moopen’s Medical College, Wayanad, India. He completed his Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calicut, Kerala, India, in 2013, followed by a Master of Technology in Materials Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, India, in 2016. Dr. Rabeeh pursued his passion for materials science further, earning his doctoral degree in Materials Science and Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC), India, in 2024. His doctoral research focused on the development of degradable metallic implants for orthopedic applications, showcasing his expertise in biomedical materials, corrosion science, metallurgy, and material characterization. Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Rabeeh has gained valuable experience in both industry and academia, blending practical knowledge with theoretical understanding. His professional expertise includes advanced techniques in corrosion analysis, electrochemical methods, and surface and microstructural characterization, as well as extensive work in materials development and processing. This unique combination of skills has enabled Dr. Rabeeh to contribute significantly to the field of materials science and engineering, particularly in the design and optimization of materials for biomedical applications.Dr. T Hanas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Calicut, India. With over two decades of academic and research experience, Dr. Hanas is a distinguished scholar in the field of materials science, specializing in biodegradable materials, surface coatings and modifications, nanocomposites, and affordable healthcare materials. Dr. Hanas holds a PhD in Materials Science from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, India. Master of Technology in Materials Science and Technology from National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC), India, and a Batchelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from University of Calicut. As the head of the Applied Materials Research Laboratory, Dr. Hanas leads advanced research initiatives in areas such as biodegradable metallic implants, severe plastic deformation, electrospinning, and medical materials, driving innovation at the intersection of materials science and healthcare.

• Introduction to Biodegradable Metals.- Iron as Biodegradable Implant.- Biodegradable Fe: Materials Development.- Biodegradable Fe Processing Techniques.- Biodegrdable Fe Applications and Future Prospective.- Biodegrdable Fe Summary and Future Prospective.