Polymer nano-engineering for biomedical applications.
Polymeric materials possess many attractive properties such as high toughness and recyclability. Some possess excellent biocompatibility, are biodegradable, and can provide various bio-functionalities. Proper combination of functional polymers and biomolecules can offer tailored properties for various biomedical applications. This overview article covers three major sections: Applications of Polymeric Structures and Devices, Nanoscale Polymer Fabrication Technologies, and Conclusions and Future Directions.
Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, 140 W. 19th Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43210, USA. leelj@chbmeng.ohio-state.edu
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D000818:Animals; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D001698:Biomedical Engineering / Q000379:methods; D016503:Drug Delivery Systems / Q000379:methods; D018390:Gene Targeting / Q000379:methods; D015316:Genetic Therapy / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D036103:Nanotechnology / Q000379:methods; D043942:Nanotubes / Q000737:chemistry*; D011108:Polymers / Q000138:chemical synthesis / Q000737:chemistry*
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D011108:Polymers