Abstract
The creation or modification of materials using synthetic methods has provided a longstanding approach to customizable biomaterials. The rational design of properties and functionalities is a major advantage of synthetic methodologies, while the bioactivity and resorption are challenges. This chapter will introduce synthetic approaches toward the creation of designer biomaterials, major breakthroughs in the field, and major challenges upcoming. We will take a synthetic/polymeric view of the field of biomaterials. Metals will be left out mostly due to their nonbiological nature.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Tissue Engineering |
Editors | Jan de Boer, Clemens A. van Blitterswijk |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Chapter | 6 |
Pages | 173-212 |
Number of pages | 40 |
Edition | 3 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128244593 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780323851343 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 20 Jan 2023 |
Keywords
- Biomaterials
- Biomimicry
- Polymers
- Rational design
- Synthesis