Biomaterials for Medical Applications

4 cr · Undergraduate

(Lab required) Knowledge base and applications of hard biomaterials and soft biomaterials in orthopedics, cardiovascular, and neural systems. Fundamental biological concepts, materials science background and medical/clinical concerns will be addressed. Students will develop an understanding of material bulk and surface properties, the various biological responses to the materials and the clinical applications. May not be held with MECH 4360 when titled "Biomaterials for Medical Applications."