Nanostructured Ceramics in Medical Devices: Applications and Prospects
Authors: Roger J. Narayan; Prashant N. Kumta; Charles Sfeir; Dong-Hyun Lee; Dana Olton; Daiwon Choi
Source: JOM, Volume 56, Number 10, October 2004 , pp. 38-43(6)
Publisher: Minerals, Metals & Materials Society
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Abstract:
Nanostructured materials may possess unique capabilities for specific interactions with cells, proteins, and DNA. This article reviews several classes of nanostructured ceramics with unique biological functionalities that are being considered for use in medical devices. The properties of calcium phosphate nanoparticles (NanoCaPs) and diamond-like carbonmetal nanocomposite films are described in detail.Document Type: Research article
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