Biomaterials and Biomimetics

4 credits

Fundamentals of materials science as applied to bioengineering design. Hierarchical structures. Cells and tissues. Natural and synthetic polymeric materials. Biomineralized materials. Biological composites. Cellular materials (foams). Functional biological materials. Biomaterials and implants. Bioinspired design and materials. Cross-listed with CENG 256. Students may not receive credit for both NANO 252 and CENG 256. Prerequisites: graduate standing.