Development and Application of Polymer Scaffolds (Hardcover)

Hardcover. This Reprint, "Development and Application of Polymer Scaffolds", captures the dynamic and rapidly advancing research in the design, fabrication, and application of polymer-based scaffolds, which are at the forefront of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. The collection highlights a significant paradigm shift in the field, moving from passive, biocompatible supports to 'bio-instructive' or 'functional' systems. These advanced scaffolds are engineered to be active participants in the healing cascade, capable of presenting biological cues, releasing therapeutic agents, and responding to physiological stimuli to orchestrate a more targeted regenerative response. This Reprint brings together 14 peer-reviewed articles, including original research, comprehensive reviews, and a systematic review, contributed by 98 authors from 24 institutions across 17 countries. The works cover innovations in scaffold fabrication, strategic functionalization for enhanced biological performance, application-specific designs for various tissues (nerve, cornea, bone), and fundamental studies in drug delivery and material degradation. This collection offers a comprehensive snapshot of the current state-of-the-art, serving as a valuable resource for the scientific community. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…