Molecular Interfacial Phenomena of Polymers and Biopolymers (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomateri

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Author : P. Chen
Genre : Technology & Engineering

Summary : One of the most exciting areas of polymer research is the study of interfacial phenomena and their practical employment, especially with regard to the development of biomaterials used in novel medical applications. Offering the contributions of pioneering researchers from across the world, this cutt

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Author : Paulette Spencer
Genre : Medical

Summary : Material-Tissue Interfacial Phenomena: Contributions from Dental and Craniofacial Reconstructions explores the material/tissue interfacial phenomena using dental and craniofacial reconstructions as a model system. As the mouth is a particularly caustic environment, the synthetic and/or bio-enabled m

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Author : K De Smet
Genre : Technology & Engineering

Summary : Hip resurfacing arthroplasty (HRA) using metal-on-metal bearings is an established but specialised technique in joint surgery. Based on the experience of leading experts in the field, The hip resurfacing handbook provides a comprehensive reference for all aspects of this important procedure. The fir

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Author : Séamus Higson
Genre : Science

Summary : Biomedical sensors are an essential tool in the detection and monitoring of a wide range of medical conditions from cancer to Parkinson’s disease. Biosensors for medical applications provides a comprehensive review of established, cutting edge and future trends in biomedical sensors and their appl

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Author : Andrew J Ruys
Genre : Science

Summary : A significant proportion of modern medical technology has been developed through biomimetics, which is biologically inspired by studying pre-existing functioning systems in nature. Typical biomimetically inspired biomaterials include nano-biomaterials, smart biomaterials, hybrid biomaterials, nano-b

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Author : Elena P. Ivanova
Genre : Technology & Engineering

Summary : New Functional Biomaterials for Medicine and Healthcare provides a concise summary of the latest developments in key types of biomaterials. The book begins with an overview of the use of biomaterials in contemporary healthcare and the process of developing novel biomaterials; the key issues and chal

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Author : Roger Narayan
Genre : Technology & Engineering

Summary : Rapid Prototyping of Biomaterials: Principles and Applications provides a comprehensive review of established and emerging rapid prototyping technologies (such as bioprinting) for medical applications. Rapid prototyping, also known as layer manufacturing, additive manufacturing, solid freeform fabri