This book covers the most important bio-based materials and their properties to be used for biomedical applications ranging from drug delivery to self-healing. Analytical methods as well as technology for processing the materials are discussed in detail.
MAJOR POLYSACCHARIDES OF POTENTIAL IMPORTANCE FOR BIOACTIVE AND BIOMEDICINE
Cellulose, amylose, cyclodextrin, xylans, pectins, chitin/chitosan, hyaluronic acid, alginate, heparin, chondroitin sulfate, carrageenan, dextran, and guar gum with emphasis on the properties that allow them to be useful for biomedical applications
ENGINEERING FOR NEW MATERIALS
Analytical methods and instrumentation/technology for developing the materials that are potentially relevant to biomedical applications
Electrospinning
Extrusion
Pelletizing
Polymer grafting
Films, pressed into tablets, or other processing avenue
APPLICATIONS WITHIN BIOMEDICINE
Biosensing
Imaging
Pharmacokinetics
New therapeutics
Drug encapsulation and smart drug delivery
Tissue scaffolding
Organ/bone/tooth replacement
Shunts, artificial valves or nerves
Actuators
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