biomaterials research

Biodegradable polymer may replace glass optical fiber for medical applications

By Faye Oney / October 17, 2017

Researchers from Penn State University have developed a flexible optical fiber that can deliver light into the body for diagnosing disease or viewing tissue damage. It is also biodegradable, offering a number of applications for the medical industry.

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Bioglass stretches further, shows promise for cartilage repair

By April Gocha / May 26, 2016

Researchers at Imperial College London are making strides towards one day being able to fix cartilage with a new formulation of bioglass that bends and bounces.

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Register for Biomaterials 2012 and save $150

By / August 4, 2012

Biomaterials 2012 emphasizes collaboration between R&D, medical practitioners and materials manufacturers to develop technologies into marketable products. Register now!

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Submit Biomaterials 2012 abstracts by June 13th.

By Eileen De Guire / May 17, 2012

The inaugural conference is hosted in Raleigh, N.C., September 10-13. Register by August 10th to save $125.

 

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