Introduction to Biomaterials
9781779569462
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Arcler Education Inc
Overview
Biomaterials bridge biology and engineering by creating substances that interact safely and effectively with living systems. They are foundational in medical devices, tissue engineering, and drug delivery. Introduction to Biomaterials provides a comprehensive overview of the design, properties, and applications of materials used in biomedical contexts. The book discusses metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites for implants and prosthetics. It also covers biocompatibility, degradation, and regulatory considerations. With an interdisciplinary perspective, it helps students and researchers understand how materials science contributes to medical innovation and human health advancement.
Author Bio
Natássia Corrêa is a biologist with a background in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, and Biotechnology. She is currently a public servant at the Federal University of Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Her academic journey includes earning her Master's and Doctorate degrees in Molecular Biology from the Federal University of Minas Gerais. In addition to working in the biotechnology industry, she completed her postdoctoral studies at FIOCRUZ and served as a faculty member at the Federal University of Paraná. Dr. Natássia Corrêa has always valued the diversity of her learning experiences, driven by a passion for new knowledge, as evidenced by her diverse and in-depth curriculum in Molecular and Cellular Biology.