Authors | |
Publisher | Ingram Publisher Services UK- Academic |
Year | 27/09/2018 |
Edition | First |
Version | eBook: Fixed Page eTextbook (PDF) |
Language | English |
ISBN | 9781788012676 |
Categories | Biomedical engineering, Biochemical engineering, Materials science |
Biodegradable thermogels are a promising class of stimuli-responsive polymers. This book summarizes recent developments in thermogel research with a focus on synthesis and self-assembly mechanisms, gel biodegradability, and applications for drug delivery, cell encapsulation and tissue engineering. A closing chapter on commercialisation shows the challenges faced bringing this new material to market.
Edited by leading authorities on the subject, this book offers a comprehensive overview for academics and professionals across polymer science, materials science and biomedical and chemical engineering.
Biodegradable Thermogels