Research led by Hongli Sun has received national recognition for its impact in the field of biomaterials science. A paper published in the Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials has been named one of the journal’s top 10 most‑cited articles published in 2024, according to the publisher Wiley.

The recognition reflects the strong influence of the research within the scientific community, as measured by how frequently the work has been cited by other researchers. The journal is published on behalf of the Society for Biomaterials, a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing biomaterials research and education.

The honored article, titled Reactive oxygen‑scavenging polydopamine nanoparticle coated 3D nanofibrous scaffolds for improved osteogenesis: Toward an aging in vivo bone regeneration model, was published in 2024 and has since become one of the most referenced papers in the journal during that publication year.

“This recognition highlights the collaborative effort behind the work and its relevance to ongoing research in biomaterials and tissue regeneration,” Sun said in sharing the news of the award with colleagues.

Wiley presented a certificate acknowledging the achievement, noting that the article ranked among the most cited papers published between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024.

The distinction underscores the University of Iowa’s continued contributions to biomedical and biomaterials research, as well as the impact of collaborative, interdisciplinary scholarship aimed at improving health outcomes. The college recognizes and congratulates Dr. Sun, the research team, and collaborators whose work contributed to this achievement.