Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering Applications: A Review of the Past and Future Trends

📘 Book Details

• Author: Jason A. Burdick

• Publisher: Springer

• Language: English

• Edition: Not specified

• ISBN: 9783709103845

• Pages: 564

• Cover: Hardcover

• Release Date: 18-12-2010

• Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.0 inches

📝 About The Book

"Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering Applications" by Jason A. Burdick provides a focused and in-depth examination of biomaterials used in the rapidly growing field of tissue engineering. This authoritative volume delivers a structured overview of the technologies and materials applied in tissue regeneration, tailored for researchers and professionals across both industry and academia.

The book is divided into two comprehensive sections:

1. General Materials Technologies – including topics like fibrous tissue scaffolds, and

2. Tissue-Specific Applications – such as biomaterials tailored for cartilage or bone regeneration.

Each chapter presents core principles, literature reviews, and forward-looking discussions that highlight emerging innovations and practical challenges in biomaterial development.

Key Features:

• The first dedicated text focusing exclusively on the biomaterials aspect of tissue engineering

• Over 200 detailed tables and illustrations (including color tables)

• A go-to reference for engineers, material scientists, and biomedical researchers

• Essential insights for the development of future bioengineered medical solutions

This book is an invaluable resource for understanding how cutting-edge materials science contributes to regenerative medicine and healthcare innovation.