title: Combining novel biomolecules and stimuli-sensitive biomaterials into new recognition-response biomaterial systems.
abstract: An important present and emerging trend in biomaterials development is the synthesis of polymers which combine capabilities of biologic recognition ("biomimetic") with sensitivity to small environmental changes ("stimuli-responsive"). This short article highlights some of the many opportunities and challenges in this exciting area.
authors.affiliation: Center for Bioengineering, University of Washington, Seattle 98195.
authors.forename: A S
authors.initials: AS
authors.lastname: Hoffman
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D006801:Humans; D011108:Polymers
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D011108:Polymers