Track 16: Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration

Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration

Wound healing and tissue regeneration represent fundamental processes in dermatology and regenerative medicine, encompassing a complex interplay of cellular, molecular, and biochemical events that restore the integrity of damaged skin. Efficient wound repair is essential not only for maintaining the protective barrier function of the skin but also for preventing infection, scarring, and chronic complications. Disruptions in these mechanisms can lead to delayed healing, chronic wounds, or excessive fibrosis, posing significant clinical and socioeconomic challenges.

The process of wound healing involves sequential yet overlapping phases—hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling—regulated by growth factors, cytokines, extracellular matrix components, and stem cells. Advances in our understanding of these mechanisms have paved the way for innovative therapeutic strategies, including bioengineered skin substitutes, stem cell–based therapies, growth factor delivery systems, and nanotechnology-driven biomaterials.

Recent research has also emphasized the role of the skin microbiome, immune modulation, and angiogenesis in optimizing healing outcomes. Furthermore, novel diagnostic tools and imaging modalities are improving the assessment of wound progression and treatment efficacy, particularly in complex cases such as diabetic ulcers, burns, and post-surgical wounds.

The session on Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration will gather leading experts, clinicians, and researchers to discuss recent advances in molecular and regenerative therapeutics, translational research, and clinical applications. Participants will gain valuable insights into state-of-the-art technologies, innovative treatment paradigms, and future directions aimed at enhancing skin repair, regeneration, and overall patient recovery.