Nanobiomaterials Handbook

Nanobiomaterials Handbook. Edited by B. Sitharaman. 2012, US$ 169.95, ISBN: 978-1-4200-9466-4. CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, USA.

Nanobiomaterials exhibit distinctive characteristics, including mechanical, electrical, and optical properties, which make them suitable for a variety of biological applications. Because of their versatility, they are poised to play a central role in nanobiotechnology and make significant contributions to biomedical research and healthcare. Nanobiomaterials Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the field, offering a broad introduction for those new to the subject and serves as a useful reference for advanced professionals.

Analyzing major topics and disciplines in this arena, this volume: Defines the field of nanobiomaterials and discusses its scope, current status, and future prospects; Presents an in-depth survey of nanobiomaterials and examines various synthesis and processing techniques important for developing nanobiomaterials; Explores the unique nanoscopic physicochemical properties of nanobiomaterials; Discusses potential applications, emphasizing unique challenges in the design, fabrication, and evaluation of biomaterials for a particular application or field; Provides a detailed overview of the interactions between bionanomaterials/biological systems and the biocompatibility issues associated with bionanomaterials.

Advances in nanobiomaterials requires a multidisciplinary approach spanning major fields in physical and biological sciences, engineering, and medicine with considerable collaboration between ethicists, regulatory bodies, and industry. This volume brings together the work of a team of world-renowned experts from various fields who discuss the vast potential for nanobiomaterials in myriad applications.