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Biomaterials Science

Ratner, Buddy PhD

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Edition:	2nd
Publisher:	Academic Press, Incorporated
ISBN:	0-08-047036-X (008047036X)
ISBN-13:	978-0-08-047036-8 (9780080470368)
Format:	Textbook
Binding:	E E Book + ProQuest Ebook Central
Copyright:	2004
Publish Date:	08/04
Weight:	0.00 Lbs.
Carton Quantity:	6
Subject Class:	RET (Returns)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
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Discipline:	Physiology
Subject Definition:	Biocompatible Materials
NLM Class:	QT 37
LC Class:	R857
Abstract:	The second edition of this bestselling title provides the most up-to-date comprehensive review of all aspects of biomaterials science by providing a balanced, insightful approach to learning biomaterials. This reference integrates a historical perspective of materials engineering principles with biological interactions of biomaterials. Also provided within are regulatory and ethical issues in addition to future directions of the field, and a state-of-the-art update of medical and biotechnological applications. All aspects of biomaterials science are thoroughly addressed, from tissue engineering to cochlear prostheses and drug delivery systems. Over 80 contributors from academia, government and industry detail the principles of cell biology, immunology, and pathology. Focus within pertains to the clinical uses of biomaterials as components in implants, devices, and artificial organs. This reference also touches upon their uses in biotechnology as well as the characterization of the physical, chemical, biochemical and surface properties of these materials.

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