Nanotechnology in Medicine and Biology

Nanotechnology in Medicine and Biology brings together a multidisciplinary team of experts from the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, medicine, and biomedical engineering, to introduce new nanoscale biomaterials and their applications diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the human body. Advanced materials have demonstrated extraordinary applications in the medical field especially in cancer therapy, pharmaceutical, dentistry and orthopedics industry. The application of next generation biomaterials with its power for prevention of failure and infection, diagnosis and treatment of cancer, and drug delivery, could be a promising solution to overcome the current issues and challenges in medical industry. This book presents the fundamentals for understanding the design, properties and selection of nanobiomaterials as well as their real-world applications in medicine. Each chapter will address current regulations, manufacturing processes, and translation issues of nanobiomaterials for key applications. There will also be discussion of current protocols, their benefits and disadvantages. This book provides a comprehensive background and knowledge in the field of nanobiomaterials which is suitable for academics, scientists, and clinicians. Provides fundamental understanding of the design, properties, and selection of biomaterials for applications in medicine and biologyReviews current regulations, protocols, manufacturing processes and translation issues of nanobiomaterials for medical applicationsDiscusses tissue repair, wound healing, regenerative medicine, drug delivery, imaging and medical device applications