Hydrogen-bonded Interpolymer Complexes: Formation, Structure And Applications
Hydrogen-bonded Interpolymer Complexes: Formation, Structure And Applications

Author: Vitaliy V Khutoryanskiy

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2009-03-09

Total Pages: 377

ISBN-13: 9814475041

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Noncovalent interactions play key roles in many natural processes leading to the self-assembly of molecules with the formation of supramolecular structures. One of the most important forces responsible for self-assembly is hydrogen bonding, which also plays an important role in the self-assembly of synthetic polymers in aqueous solutions. Proton-accepting polymers can associate with proton-donating polymers via hydrogen bonding in aqueous solutions and form polymer-polymer or interpolymer complexes.There has been an increased interest among researchers in hydrogen-bonded interpolymer complexes since the first pioneering papers were published in the early 1960s. Several hundred research papers have been published on various aspects of complex formation reactions in solutions and interfaces, properties of interpolymer complexes and their potential applications. This book focuses on the latest developments in the area of interpolymer complexation via hydrogen bonding. It represents a collection of original and review articles written by recognized experts from Germany, Greece, Kazakhstan, Poland, Romania, Russia, UK, Ukraine, and the USA. It highlights many important applications of interpolymer complexes, including the stabilization of colloidal systems, pharmaceuticals, and nanomaterials.

Hydrogen-bonded Interpolymer Complexes
Hydrogen-bonded Interpolymer Complexes

Author: Vitaliy V. Khutoryanskiy

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 377

ISBN-13: 9812709770

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There has been an increased interest among researchers in hydrogen-bonded interpolymer complexes since the first pioneering papers were published in the early 1960s. Several hundred research papers have been published on various aspects of complex formation reactions in solutions and interfaces, properties of interpolymer complexes and their potential applications. This book focuses on the latest developments in the area of interpolymer complexation via hydrogen bonding. It represents a collection of original and review articles written by recognized experts from Germany, Greece, Kazakhstan, Poland, Romania, Russia, UK, Ukraine, and the USA. It highlights many important applications of interpolymer complexes, including the stabilization of colloidal systems, pharmaceuticals, and nanomaterials.

Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering

Author: Tian Tian Zhang

Publisher: Trans Tech Publications Ltd

Published: 2013-12-06

Total Pages: 647

ISBN-13: 3038263303

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Selected, peer reviewed paper from the 2013 International Conference on Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering (ICSME 2013), October 27-28, 2013, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Environmentally Degradable Materials based on Multicomponent Polymeric Systems
Environmentally Degradable Materials based on Multicomponent Polymeric Systems

Author: Cornelia Vasile

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2009-12-21

Total Pages: 662

ISBN-13: 9004180524

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Environmentally Degradable Materials (EDPs) should replace petroleum-based plastics where recycling is not viable for logistic or labor cost reason. This book discusses the general background of obtaining such systems, compatibilization methodologies, control of the rate of degradation and final products after degradation, life time assessment, tox

Photophysics of Supramolecular Architectures
Photophysics of Supramolecular Architectures

Author: Paulpandian Muthu Mareeswaran

Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers

Published: 2022-08-12

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 9815049208

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This reference provides collective information about the physical andphotophysical changes of supramolecules after encapsulation. It coversluminescent systems involving a range of host molecules such as calixarenes, cyclodextrin, resorcinanene-crowns, pillararenes, cucurbituril, andmetallacycles. Chapters also discuss the effect of the macrocyclic environment onthe properties of functionalized molecules, including the variations in foldingand unfolding patterns. Each chapter is supplemented with detailed references,making this an ideal resource for scholars interested in supramolecularphotophysics.

Biomaterials Science
Biomaterials Science

Author: Buddy D. Ratner

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2004-08-18

Total Pages: 879

ISBN-13: 008047036X

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The second edition of this bestselling title provides the most up-to-date comprehensive review of all aspects of biomaterials science by providing a balanced, insightful approach to learning biomaterials. This reference integrates a historical perspective of materials engineering principles with biological interactions of biomaterials. Also provided within are regulatory and ethical issues in addition to future directions of the field, and a state-of-the-art update of medical and biotechnological applications. All aspects of biomaterials science are thoroughly addressed, from tissue engineering to cochlear prostheses and drug delivery systems. Over 80 contributors from academia, government and industry detail the principles of cell biology, immunology, and pathology. Focus within pertains to the clinical uses of biomaterials as components in implants, devices, and artificial organs. This reference also touches upon their uses in biotechnology as well as the characterization of the physical, chemical, biochemical and surface properties of these materials. - Provides comprehensive coverage of principles and applications of all classes of biomaterials - Integrates concepts of biomaterials science and biological interactions with clinical science and societal issues including law, regulation, and ethics - Discusses successes and failures of biomaterials applications in clinical medicine and the future directions of the field - Cover the broad spectrum of biomaterial compositions including polymers, metals, ceramics, glasses, carbons, natural materials, and composites - Endorsed by the Society for Biomaterials

Biomedical Engineering e-Mega Reference
Biomedical Engineering e-Mega Reference

Author: Buddy D. Ratner

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2009-03-23

Total Pages: 813

ISBN-13: 0123746477

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A one-stop Desk Reference, for Biomedical Engineers involved in the ever expanding and very fast moving area; this is a book that will not gather dust on the shelf. It brings together the essential professional reference content from leading international contributors in the biomedical engineering field. Material covers a broad range of topics including: Biomechanics and Biomaterials; Tissue Engineering; and Biosignal Processing * A fully searchable Mega Reference Ebook, providing all the essential material needed by Biomedical and Clinical Engineers on a day-to-day basis. * Fundamentals, key techniques, engineering best practice and rules-of-thumb together in one quick-reference. * Over 2,500 pages of reference material, including over 1,500 pages not included in the print edition

Encyclopedia of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering
Encyclopedia of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering

Author: Gary Wnek

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2008-05-28

Total Pages: 3145

ISBN-13: 1498761437

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Written by more than 400 subject experts representing diverse academic and applied domains, this multidisciplinary resource surveys the vanguard of biomaterials and biomedical engineering technologies utilizing biomaterials that lead to quality-of-life improvements. Building on traditional engineering principles, it serves to bridge advances in materials science, life sciences, nanotechnology, and cell biology to innovations in solving medical problems with applications in tissue engineering, prosthetics, drug delivery, biosensors, and medical devices. In nearly 300 entries, this four-volume Encyclopedia of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, Second Edition, covers: essential topics integral to tissue engineering research: bioreactors, scaffolding materials and fabrication, tissue mechanics, cellular interaction, and development of major tissues and organs being attempted by researchers worldwide; artificial lungs and muscles, bio-artificial livers, and corneal, dental, inner ear, and total hip implants; tissue engineering of blood vessels, heart valves, ligaments, microvascular networks, skeletal muscle, and skin; bone remodeling, bone cement, and bioabsorbable bone plates and screws; controlled drug delivery, insulin delivery, and transdermal and ocular implant-based drug delivery; endovascular stent grafts, vascular grafts, and xenografts; 3-D medical imaging, electrical impedance imaging, and intravascular ultrasound; biomedical, protein adsorption, and in vivo cardiovascular modeling; polymer foams, biofunctional and conductive polymers, and electroactive polymeric materials; blood–material interactions, the bone–implant interface, host reactions, and foreign body responses and much more.

Polyphosphazenes for Biomedical Applications
Polyphosphazenes for Biomedical Applications

Author: K. A. Andrianov

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-07-28

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 047047887X

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Brings together, analyzes, and contextualizes the latest findings and practical applications Polyphosphazenes, an emerging class of polymers, include macromolecules, which have been proven to be biocompatible, biodegradable, and bioactive. Their unprecedented structural diversity and unique properties make them suitable as vaccine adjuvants, microencapsulating agents, biodegradable materials, scaffolds for tissue engineering, biocompatible coatings, and carriers for gene delivery. Polyphosphazenes for Biomedical Applications offers a thorough review of polyphosphazene research findings in the life sciences, chemistry, and chemical engineering. It emphasizes biomedical applications as well as recent advances in polyphosphazene development such as high-throughput discovery and the latest controlled methods of synthesis. The book brings together, analyzes, and contextualizes a wealth of knowledge that previously could only be found scattered throughout the scientific literature. Following two introductory chapters, the book reviews: Vaccine delivery and immunomodulation Biomaterials Drug delivery systems Biodetection Well-defined polyphosphazenes: synthetic aspects and novel molecular architectures All the chapters have been written by leading researchers in the field. Editor Alexander Andrianov, who has led the effort to commercialize polyphosphazenes for biomedical applications, has carefully reviewed and edited all chapters to ensure readability, accuracy, and thoroughness. Polyphosphazenes for Biomedical Applications is not only intended for researchers working in polyphosphazene chemistry, but also for all researchers seeking solutions to problems arising in the areas of biomaterials, drug delivery systems, and controlled release formulations.