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Introduction to biomaterials science and biocompatibility.
Structure and properties of tissues and cells. Surface
properties of materials and characterization of biomaterials
surfaces. Classes of materials used in medicine: Metals,
polymers, hydrogels, bioresorbable materials, ceramics,
glasses, composites, thin films, fabrics and biologically
functional materials. Microscopic and macroscopic structure
of tissue. Mechanical properties of tissue. Pathobiological
responses to implants. Medical implant design and function.
Application of materials in medicine and dentistry.
Cardiovascular applications. Dental implants. Orthopaedic
applications. Ophthalmologic applications. Sutures.
Adhesives and sealants. Tissue engineering.
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