KD2300 Biomedical Materials
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Bachelor's degree in engineering or in sciences including 50 credits in chemistry or chemical engineering. English B/6.
Various types of biomaterials for a wide range of biomedical applications. Fundamental structure-property relationships. Basic function and performance of passive and active implant materials. Physical, chemical and mechanical aspects of bulk and surface properties of metallic, polymer and ceramic biomaterials. Principles of surface engineering and combination of different materials. Host-tissue response, blood compatibility, extracellular matrix collagen, bioadhesion, protein adsorption, polymers for controlled drug release. Corrosion and degradation mechanisms of biomaterials in different applications. Selection of biomaterials based on function, biological environments, toxicity and economic aspects. Examples of biomaterials and implant objects and devices. Current research trends and medical device regulation.
After completion of the course the student will be able to:
- Give examples of biomedical material applications, identify material properties that are critical for metallic, polymer
and ceramic biomaterials, and suggest proper type of biomaterial for given applications. - Explain basic physical, chemical and mechanical processes that may occur on biomaterials in use, including corrosion
and degradation reactions that occur for different biomaterials and their consequences. - Practically perform testing and property evaluations of common biomedical materials.
- Present and evaluate a project and laboratory assignments orally and in writing.
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