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Hybrid Polymeric Systems for Biomedical Applications

  • 1st Edition - November 27, 2024
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku, Blessing A. Aderibigbe
  • Language: English

Hybrid Polymeric Systems for Biomedical Applications explores the development and utilization of hybrid polymeric systems for use in a range of biomedical applications. Hybrid sy… Read more

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Description

Hybrid Polymeric Systems for Biomedical Applications explores the development and utilization of hybrid polymeric systems for use in a range of biomedical applications. Hybrid systems combine the specialized properties of each polymer type to produce a more targeted material which is much more tightly aligned with the intended application and outcome.

This book covers a broad selection of hybrid polymeric systems as well as a variety of key biomedical applications, including tissue engineering, drug delivery, wound healing, and more.

Key features

  • Details polymeric and hybrid biomaterials used for the development of scaffolds for various biomedical applications, including drug delivery systems, vaccine development, tissue regeneration, diagnostic applications, wound dressings, brain targeting, and cosmetic surgery
  • Covers the design, synthesis, challenges and advantages of hybrid polymeric materials for biomedical applications
  • Provides a comprehensive look at how hybrid materials can be used in place of traditional materials to ensure unique property sets for targeted applications

Readership

Researchers and postgraduate students in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical science and biochemical engineering, Clinical scientists and R&D groups developing novel materials for biomedical applications

Table of contents

1. Hybrid polymeric systems: Design, biomedical applications, Opportunities, Challenges and Future Perspectives

2. Hybrid Polymeric Materials for Potential Applications In Cartilage, Ligament, And Tendon Tissue Engineering

3. Hybrid polymeric materials for potential applications in bone regeneration

4. Hybrid polymeric scaffolds for potential applications in wound dressing and skin regeneration

5. Hybrid polymeric systems for potential applications in drug delivery systems for chronic and infectious diseases

6. Hybrid polymeric scaffolds for diagnostic applications

7. Hybrid polymeric systems for potential applications in ocular drug delivery

8. Hybrid Polymeric Scaffolds for Brain Application: Locoregional Glioblastoma Therapy

9. Hybrid polymeric scaffolds for potential applications in nerve and muscle regeneration

10. Hybrid polymeric systems for potential applications in vaccine delivery

11. The efficacy of piezo- and magnetoactive polymer scaffolds in tissue engineering

12. The design of hybrid polymeric materials for tissue engineering: 3D bioprinting, polymeric protheses, smart polymers, and shape memory polymeric biomaterials

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: December 3, 2024
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku

Prof. Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku is an Emeritus Professor at Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa. He completed his BSc (Hons.) and PhD in Polymer Science at the University of Strathclyde, UK. His academic career spans several decades, including postdoctoral research in Italy and Sweden, and academic appointments in Nigeria and South Africa. Prof. Sadiku’s research focuses on polymer physics, with particular expertise in X-ray diffraction, microscopy techniques, rheology, and viscoelasticity of polymers. He has held research scientist positions and contributed extensively to polymer science education and mentorship, supervising numerous doctoral and master’s students. His work bridges fundamental polymer physics with applied materials engineering, emphasizing the development and characterization of advanced polymer systems. Prof. Sadiku’s career demonstrates a dedication to advancing polymer science through research, teaching, and international collaboration.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

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Blessing A. Aderibigbe

Prof B.A. Aderibigbe is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry, University of Fort Hare, South Africa. She obtained her PhD and MSc degree from the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Her field of research is the design of polymer-based drug delivery systems and wound dressings, and synthesis and biological evaluation of organic molecules. She has authored over 39 book chapters and has published over 70 manuscripts in high impact journals. She is also a Research Associate with Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Fort Hare, South Africa

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