Academic Catalog

METE724 NANOBIOMATERIALS

Course Code: 5700724
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Metallurgical And Materials Engineering
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Graduate
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Offered Semester: Spring Semesters.

Course Content

Basic biology for engineeers, advanced imaging technique, surface characterization of nanobiomaterials, methods to alter conventional material surfaces to possess nanofeatured surfaces, nanomaterials in orthopedics, nanomaterials in cardiovascular engineering, manufacturing steps for catheters, stents, orthopedic implants and ways to incorporate nanotechnology, nanomaterials in artificial skin, nanomaterials in antibacterial applications, adverse effects of nanobiomaterials. Specific emphasis on fabrication of metallic nanobiomaterials.