Full Description
While the interdisciplinary field of materials science and engineering is relatively new, remarkable developments in materials have emerged for biological and medical applications, from biocompatible polymers in medical devices to the use of carbon nanotubes as drug delivery vehicles. With peer-reviewed chapters written by a select group of academic and industry experts, this comprehensive yet accessible book covers the most advanced materials used in biology and medicine. The book focuses on biomaterials and bioinspired materials, functional and responsive materials, controlling biology with materials, and the development of devices and enabling technologies. It will help readers tackle challenges of novel materials, carry out new process and product development projects, and create new methodologies for applications that enhance the quality of life.
Contents
Introduction: Materials in Biology and Medicine. Biomaterials. Hydrophilic Polymers for Biomedical Applications. Hydrogels. Polyanhydrides. Functional Biomaterials. Molecularly Imprinted Polymers. Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes. Animal Cell Culture. Tissue Engineering. Bioactive Devices. Cell Encapsulation. BioMEMS. Immobilized Enzyme Technology. Biocompatibility-Imparting Nanofilm Coating.
