Nano- and Biocomposites

Alan Kin-tak Lau · Farzana Hussain · Khalid Lafdi

Aug 2009 · CRC Press

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Advances in nanotechnology are leading to the creation of composites with a myriad of medical applications. This forward-thinking book melds research in biocomposites with advances in nanocomposite technology to provide an interdisciplinary resource on advanced materials for the biomedical industry. It brings together pioneering researchers who describe their contributions to the field. Among other areas, they cover nanostructured polymer composites and nano/bio composites. They look at developments in tissue engineering, safer resins for tooth and bone repair, and improved artificial joints. They also discuss potential opportunities for continued research in this well-funded field.

About the author

Farzana Hussain has been involved with scientific endeavors of composite materials, focusing on manmade fibrous polymeric composites, nanocomposite and biocomposite materials since 2000. Hussain has authored numerous journal articles, technical and conference papers, book chapters, and a comprehensive review on polymer composites and nanocomposite materials.

Khalid Lafdi, Ph.D., is a professor at the University of Dayton (UD) and carbon group leader at University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI). Dr. Lafdi has more than 140 articles and chapters published in refereed journals and four patents. He has gained valuable experience in developing new ideas and collaborations to develop a world-class carbon research program materials hybrids from the fundamental understanding to the manufacturing.

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