This book highlights the latest, cutting-edge advances in implantable biomaterials. It brings together a class of advanced biomaterials in two highly active research areas, namely implants and tissue scaffolds, to underline their respective functional requirements for further development. It is unique in providing a full range of methodological procedures, including materials syntheses, characterisation, cellular tests and mathematical modelling. Covering metallic, ceramic, polymeric and composite materials commonly used in biological applications and clinical therapeutics, it is a valuable resource for anyone wanting to further their understanding of the latest developments in implantable biomaterials. Focusing on biomedical applications in implants and scaffolds, it provides methodological guides to this rapidly growing field.Qing Li and Yiu-Wing Mai are both professors at the University of Sydney, School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering.

Presents the latest advances in biomaterials commonly used for both implants and scaffolds

Multiscale Modelling and Simulation of Musculoskeletal Tissues for Orthopaedics.- Performance Evaluation of Bone-Implant System during Implantation Process - Dynamic Modelling and Analysis.- Multiscale Remodelling and Topographical Optimisation for Porous Implant Surface Morphology Design.- Implant Surface Modifications and Osseointegration.- Advances in Bioglass and Glass Ceramics for Biomedical Applications.- Clinical Resurfacing of Feldspar and Leucite Glass Ceramics Using Dental Handpieces and Burs.- Polymer Blends and Composites for Biomedical Applications.- Electrospun Polymer Scaffolds: Their biomedical and Mechanical Properties.- Electrospun Nanofibrous Scaffolds for Soft Tissue Regeneration.- Biomimic Design of Periosteum: Construction Strategies, Scaffold Design and Cell Sources.- Characterisation of Hydrogel Scaffolds under Compression.- Computational Design for Scaffold Tissue Engineering.- Bioactive Scaffolds with Multifunctional Properties for Hard Tissue Regenerations.- Challenges for Cartilage Regeneration.