Thin Films and Coatings in Biology (Biological and Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering)

Book Details

• Author: Soroush Nazarpour

• Publisher: Springer

• Language: English

• Edition: 2012

• ISBN: 9789400725911

• Pages: 365

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.5 x 1.1 inches

About the Book

"Surface Modification of Biomaterials: Methods and Applications" by Soroush Nazarpour explores the essential relationship between materials and the biological environment, focusing specifically on the interaction between soft living matter and implant surfaces. This book is crucial for material scientists, physicists, engineers, and medical professionals interested in understanding how surface modifications affect the performance of implants, particularly those used in human body environments.

The text is structured to provide comprehensive coverage of various surface modifications and biocompatibility issues associated with thin films of metals, alloys, ceramics, hydrogels, and polymers. Early chapters introduce the fundamental scientific principles behind the biocompatibility of these materials, followed by detailed case studies in orthopedic and dental coatings.

In addition, the book introduces a novel, low-cost coating deposition technique capable of producing various types of nanostructures, supported by simple calculations and illustrations. Later chapters delve into surface treatments of polymers, a field that has witnessed significant developments in recent years, and the book concludes with applications of coatings in biological systems, including bio-sensing, neuroscience, and cancer detection.

With several micrographs, case studies, and references in each chapter, this book serves as an essential resource for graduate students and researchers involved in the multidisciplinary field of bio-coatings. Whether you are exploring surface modifications for biomedical applications or looking for advanced techniques in polymer surface treatments, this book provides valuable insights and practical knowledge.