Biocompatibility of Materials: Tissue-Biomaterial Interactions. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in BME 2103 , BME 3003 , BME 3113 , and BME 3121 . This course is an introduction to the interactions of cells and tissues with biomaterials. Blood composition and blood-material interactions, responses of the inflammatory and immune systems to biomaterials, the process of wound healing, protein structure and interactions with material surfaces, the mechanisms of cell interactions with extracellular matrix components, and cell/tissue responses to implant materials are reviewed in detail. Case studies of cardiovascular and orthopedic implants are discussed to illustrate that judicious selection of materials is a key aspect of implant design and a crucial choice for the success of various biomedical applications (e.g., in tissue engineering and biotechnology) which require regeneration of tissues. (Same as CME 3413 and BME 4423 . Credit can only be earned for one of the following: BME 3413 , BME 4423 , or CME 3413 ). Generally offered: Fall. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: DL01 $75.