AVS 47th International Symposium
    Biomaterial Interfaces Monday Sessions
       Session BI+MC-MoA

Invited Paper BI+MC-MoA1
Surface Tools for the Characterisation of Biomaterials

Monday, October 2, 2000, 2:00 pm, Room 202

Session: Characterization of Biomaterial Interfaces
Presenter: M.C. Davies, University of Nottingham, UK
Authors: M.C. Davies, University of Nottingham, UK
S.J.B. Tendler, University of Nottingham, UK
C.J. Roberts, University of Nottingham, UK
P.M. Williams, University of Nottingham, UK
S. Allen, University of Nottingham, UK
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Understanding the interfacial chemistry of biomaterials has long been a goal in the search for optimum biocompatibility. The interfacial environment has a major control on materials properties and the exploitation of nanosurface engineering, to tailor the optimum surface behaviour and function has made a significant impact in the biotechnological and biomedical sciences over the last decade. This talk will explore the role of advanced surface tools for the characterisation of modern biomaterial materials and review the limitations and advantages of different approaches, highlighting fruitful areas for future activity.