Musculoskeletal Tissue Engineering

Introduces the fundamental concepts and translational applications of musculoskeletal tissue engineering, in combination with emerging technologies and materials. Sections discuss Tissues and Technologies, covering a range of musculoskeletal tissues, including bone, cartilage, ligament and more. Each chapter in this section details core tissue engineering principles specific to each tissue type. Next, a Technologies section looks at the range of biomaterials used in musculoskeletal tissue engineering, focusing on biocompatibility of materials and interactions at the material-tissue interface. Other chapters cover nanotechnology, 3D printing, gene therapy, tissue chips, and more.

This book offers an advanced reference text for researchers in biomedical engineering, materials science and regenerative medicine.

Details various materials and cutting-edge technologies for musculoskeletal tissue engineering

Covers a range of musculoskeletal tissues, including bone, cartilage, ligament, tendon, meniscus, and more

Provides a balance between basic concepts and translational applications for a broad audience