Advances in Biomedical Polymers and Composites: Materials and Applications is a comprehensive guide to polymers and polymer composites for biomedical applications, bringing together detailed information on their preparation, properties, cutting-edge technologies, innovative materials and key application areas. Sections introduce polymers and composites in biomedical applications and cover characterization techniques, preparation and properties of composites and gel-based systems. Innovative technologies and instruments used in the fabrication of polymer composites for biomedical applications are then presented in detail, including 3D bioprinting, 4D printing, electrospinning, stimuli-responsive polymers and quantum dots.
This is a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain a broader understanding of polymers and composites for biomedical applications. In addition, it is ideal for readers who want to conduct interdisciplinary research or explore new avenues for research and development.
- Provides broad, systematic and detailed coverage of preparation methods, properties, technologies, structures and applications
- Explores the state-of-the-art in biomedical polymers, including gene delivery, oleogels, bigels, 3D bioprinting, 4D printing and antiviral materials
- Offers analysis and comparison of experimental data on physical properties and explains environmental, ethical and medical guidelines
Dr. Kunal Pal is a Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Medical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, India. His major research interests revolve around biomedical signal processing, biomedical equipment design, soft materials, and controlled drug delivery. He has published more than 100 publications in SCI-cited journals of high repute.
Sarika Verma is Principal Scientist at Materials for Radiation Shielding and Cement-free Concrete Division, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal, India. Her research interests focus on advanced materials for different broad application spectrums, including cement-free materials, radiation shielding materials, polymeric composites, and biomedical and energy materials via novel techniques.
Dr Pallab Datta is Assistant Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Kolkata, India.
Dr. Ananya Barui is a scientist working at the Centre for Healthcare Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah, India.
Dr. S.A.R. Hashmi is Chief Scientist and Head of the Integrated Approach for Design & Product Development Division, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), India.
