Introduction to Biomaterials
Introduction to Biomaterials
Joo L. Ong , University of Texas, San Antonio
Mark R. Appleford , University of Texas, San Antonio
Gopinath Mani , Abbott
Revised and updated throughout, the second edition of this succinct textbook provides the perfect introduction to biomaterials, linking the fundamental properties of metals, polymers, ceramics and natural biomaterials to the unique advantages and limitations surrounding their biomedical applications. New chapters on protein chemistry and interactions, immunology and tissue response, and biocompatibility round out student understanding. Clinical concerns such as sterilization, surface modification, cell-biomaterial interactions, drug delivery systems and tissue engineering are discussed, giving students insight into real-world challenges associated with biomaterials engineering. Key concepts are summarized alongside the text, allowing students to identify the most vital information. The final chapter discusses clinical applications, challenging students to consider future industrial possibilities. Concise enough to be taught in one semester, requiring only a basic understanding of biology, accompanied by over 180 end-of-chapter problems, and featuring color figures throughout, this accessible textbook continues to be ideal for students of engineering, materials science and medicine.
- Scientific fundamentals are directly related to their practical applications in biomaterials engineering, equipping students with a balanced, broadly relevant understanding of the field
- Boxed historical asides and anecdotes add color to the text, providing insight without detracting from the key messages
- Packed with pedagogical features such as learning goals, clear and concise chapter summaries, practical examples, suggested further reading, and problems for solution
Product details
No date availableHardback
9781108841399
523 pages
254 × 178 mm
Table of Contents
- Preface
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Basic properties of materials
- 3. Metals: structure and properties
- 4. Polymers
- 5. Ceramics
- 6. Natural biomaterials
- 7. Surface modification
- 8. Characterization of biomaterials
- 9. Biological systems
- 10. Protein chemistry and interactions
- 11. Cell-biomaterial interactions
- 12. Host responses to biomaterials
- 13. Biocompatibility testing
- 14. Tissue engineering
- 15. Drug delivery systems
- 16. Sterilization of biomedical implants
- 17. Clinical applications
- Index.
