Deposition, adsorption, and desorption of biomacromolecules -- Chemical and physical attributes of biomedical surfaces -- Basis of biofluid compatibility -- Cell and tissue interactions with artificial surfaces -- Lubrication, wear, and corrosion -- Surface generation, engineering, and coating -- Metrology of biomedical surfaces -- Prospects for smart and nanomaterials.
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"This design reference on artificial implant surfaces offers insight into understanding and controlling the constant interactions taking place between biomaterials and biological media. The book explores processes and surface modifications that occur in various bio/nonbio interfaces and provides the latest performance-enhancing design, materials selection, and manufacturing guidance - including nanotechnology breakthroughs that are ushering in a new age of biomaterial design and applications."--Jacket.