About the Book
Written by international experts under the guidance of a pioneering editor, Cellular Response to Biomaterials discusses the response of cells to a wide range of biomaterials targeted at specific medical applications. Part one examines cell responses to a variety of polymers and ceramics with chapters on such topics as degradable polymers and biocompatibility. Part two covers cell responses and regenerative medicine with coverage of themes such as vascular grafts, nerve repair and BioglassA(R). Part three examines the effect of surfaces and proteins on cell response. Specific chapters review nano-engineered surfaces, the influence of plasma proteins on bone cell adhesion and surface modification of titanium implants.