Handbook of biodegradable polymers

Handbook of biodegradable polymers: synthesis, characterization and applications 
Lendlein, Andreas
Sisson, Adam
2011
Weinheim, Germany, WILEY-VCH. 405 p.
Resumen: A comprehensive overview of biodegradable polymers, covering everything from synthesis, characterization, and degradation mechanisms while also introducing useful applications, such as drug delivery systems and biomaterial-based regenerative therapies. An introductory section deals with such fundamentals as basic chemical reactions during degradation, the complexity of biological environments and experimental methods for monitoring degradation processes. The result is a reliable reference source for those wanting to learn more about this important class of polymer materials, as well as scientists in the field seeking a deeper insight. 
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