Biomaterials Fabrication and Processing Handbook
Author: Paul K. Chu
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2008-03-27
Total Pages: 720
ISBN-13: 0849379741
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This volume focuses on a variety of production and processing aspects of the latest biomaterials. It discusses how scaffolds are used in tissue engineering and describes common implant materials, such as hard tissue, blood contacting, and soft tissue. The book also examines the important role nanotechnology plays in the preparation of drugs, protein delivery, tissue engineering, cardiovascular biomaterials, hard tissue replacements, biosensors, and bio-MEMS. With contributions from renowned international experts and extensive reference lists in each chapter, this book provides detailed, practical information to produce biomaterials and employ them in biomedicine.