Engineering applications of bio-materials

Harness the Wonders of the Natural World As our in-depth knowledge of biological systems increases, the number of devices and applications built from these principles is rapidly growing.

Polypeptide-Polymer Conjugates, by Henning Menzel Chemical Strategies for the Synthesis of Protein-Polymer Conjugates, by Bjorn Jung and Patrick Theato Glycopolymer Conjugates, by Ahmed M.

The book presents an outline of current activities in the field of biomimetics and integrates a variety of applications comprising biophysics, surface sciences, architecture and medicine.

Replacement of a failing hip joint or other defective organs in the human body by artificial 'spare parts' has significantly improved our quality of life.

Advances in Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials presents a comprehensive, state-of-the-art review of the latest advances in developing calcium phosphate biomaterials and their applications in medicine.

Many plants, animals, and microbes use adhesive polymers and structures to attach to inert substrates, to each other, or to other organisms.

Polymeric Nanoparticles of Chitosan Derivatives as DNA and siRNA Carriers, by Y.

Ribonucleases are a ubiquitous and functionally diverse group of enzymes that have a common ability to cleave RNA.

The consumption of petroleum has surged during the 20th century, at least partially because of the rise of the automobile industry.

This book deals with the latest achievements in the field of optical coherent microscopy.

Das anwendungsorientierte Buch führt in den Zusammenhang von Kontaktmechanik und Reibung ein und ermöglicht damit ein tieferes Verständnis der Tribologie.

RNA technologies are the driving forces of modern medicine and biotechnology.

Der Begriff „BIONIK“ wird gerne als Kunstwort gekennzeichnet, zusammengesetzt aus BIOlogie und TechNIK.

This textbook provides a comprehensive reference on adult vaccines and immunization practices tailored to the European context.

This textbook provides a comprehensive reference on adult vaccines and immunization practices tailored to the European context.

This book introduces readers to the latest advances in hydrogel biomaterials, mainly focusing on the emerging areas of synthetic and biopolymer hydrogels formed through specially designed chemical or physical crosslinking, and the cyclodextrin-based host-guest supramolecular self-assembly, for cell encapsulation, cell expansion, cell differentiation and tissue repair, stem cell culture, and cellular therapy and drug delivery applications.

This book introduces readers to the latest advances in hydrogel biomaterials, mainly focusing on the emerging areas of synthetic and biopolymer hydrogels formed through specially designed chemical or physical crosslinking, and the cyclodextrin-based host-guest supramolecular self-assembly, for cell encapsulation, cell expansion, cell differentiation and tissue repair, stem cell culture, and cellular therapy and drug delivery applications.

This book summarizes microRNA (miRNA) biology in a variety of pathological processes, emphasizing the significant potential applications of miRNA in diagnostics and prognostics, as well as novel drug targets.

This volume focuses on latest research in therapeutic devices for cardiovascular, i.

This book presents analyses of the most commonly reported failure modes of hip stems: loosening and thigh pain; both are attributed to the relative motion and instability at the bone-implant interface due to failure to achieve sufficient primary fixation.

Nanobioelectrochemistry covers the modern aspects of bioelectrochemistry, nanoscience and materials science.

This successor to the popular textbook, “Polymer Physics” (Springer, 1999), is the result of a quarter-century of  teaching experience as well as critical comments from specialists in the various sub-fields, resulting in better explanations and more complete coverage of key topics.

This book presents cutting-edge research and developments in the broad field of medical, biological engineering and computing.

This book presents cutting-edge research and developments in the broad field of medical, biological engineering and computing.

Marking the 50th anniversary of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), this book collects contributions by leading scholars and practitioners to assess the legacy, current challenges, and future trajectory of one of the cornerstone treaties in arms control and disarmament.

Marking the 50th anniversary of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), this book collects contributions by leading scholars and practitioners to assess the legacy, current challenges, and future trajectory of one of the cornerstone treaties in arms control and disarmament.

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"e;This book offers a comprehensive overview of microwave energy in the processing of biomaterials, highlighting its advantages over conventional methods such as rapid and uniform heating, energy efficiency, enhanced material properties, and sustainability.

"e;This book offers a comprehensive overview of microwave energy in the processing of biomaterials, highlighting its advantages over conventional methods such as rapid and uniform heating, energy efficiency, enhanced material properties, and sustainability.

This book raises the consciousness of halal aspects in medicinal chemistry.

This book raises the consciousness of halal aspects in medicinal chemistry.

This book reports on research findings and technologies supporting the paradigm shift toward the Factory of the Future.

This book reports on research findings and technologies supporting the paradigm shift toward the Factory of the Future.

Despite achievements in the application of enzymes, antibodies and biological receptors to diagnostics and sensing, the last two decades have also witnessed the emergence of a number of alternative technologies based on synthetic chemistry.

This book presents peer reviewed articles from the 2nd International Conference on Futuristic Materials for Sustainable Development Goals held from 6–9 April at Vanderbijlpark in South Africa.

This book presents peer reviewed articles from the 2nd International Conference on Futuristic Materials for Sustainable Development Goals held from 6–9 April at Vanderbijlpark in South Africa.

This volume examines recent progress in the development of rational strategies for tissue regeneration, including approaches for wound healing and the management of chronic wounds.

This volume examines recent progress in the development of rational strategies for tissue regeneration, including approaches for wound healing and the management of chronic wounds.

Regenerative medicine aims to cure chronic intractable diseases by replacing malfunctioning cells and tissues with healthy ones and enhancing their repair and regeneration.

Regenerative medicine aims to cure chronic intractable diseases by replacing malfunctioning cells and tissues with healthy ones and enhancing their repair and regeneration.

This book reviews the latest advances in the development of silicon nano-biotechnology for biological and biomedical applications, which include biosensing, bioimaging, and cancer therapy.

Functionalized Conjugated Polyelectrolytes presents a comprehensive review of these polyelectrolytes and their biomedical applications.

Miao Guo's PhD thesis provides scientific insights into the environmental issues related to biocomposites based on starch-polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) blends.

SpringerBriefs in Biotech Patents presents timely reports on intellectual properties (IP) issues and patent aspects in the field of biotechnology.

Nanoscale structures and materials have been explored in many biological applications because of their novel and impressive physical and chemical properties.

This book is an up-to-date text covering topics in utilizing hydrogen bonding for constructing functional architectures and supramolecular materials.