Biological and Biomedical Coatings Handbook - Bog

Important in today¿s nanotechnology, biological and biomedical coatings have been studied extensively and are currently receiving much attention from researchers. A timely reference for both experts and newcomers, this comprehensive handbook explores the latest developments in films and coatings for biological and biomedical applications. The text covers a wide array of material types, including sol-gel, bio-ceramics, polymers, glass, nanomaterials, and chitosan. It also addresses various processes for developing and implementing these coatings, including CVD and PVD, drug delivery, released-control coatings, and spectroscopy.