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Overview
Jeffrey Morgan and Martin Yarmush bring together in Tissue Engineering Methods and Protocols the first major collection of cutting-edge methods developed and used by leading researchers in the tissue engineering field. These hands-on experts describe easily reproducible protocols for the production and evaluation of polymers, scaffolds, and composites, as well as methods for the isolation, culture, and analysis of cells, including the combination of cells with a variety of materials or devices. Quantitative methods designed to assess cell performance and cell function that will also illuminate our understanding of cellular processes and the cellular response to the chemical and mechanical environment of a functional organ/tissue are also offered.The book contains black-and-white illustrations.
The first and only collection available of molecular methods for tissue engineers. Written by leading researchers who have perfected the methods, the book provides step-by-step procedures for fabricating tissues, tissue equivalents, polymers, scaffolds, isolating cells, and neo-organs. It also provides advanced methods for evaluating forces on cells and tissues, for quantitatively studying these cells and tissue, and for transplantation.
Editorials
Booknews
In 43 original papers, contributors at the interface of the life sciences, engineering, and clinical medicine provide tissue engineers, biochemical engineers, and transplant specialists with a collection of detailed molecular and cellular techniques, protocols, and troubleshooting tips. The first part covers methods for the production and evaluation of materials such as polymers, scaffolds, and composites. The next two parts focus on methods for the isolation, culture, and analysis of cells and their clinical applications (e.g. the culture of human endothelial cells). Part IV elaborates upon cell material composites. The final section treats quantitative methods to assess cell performance and function. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
September 28, 1998
Publisher
Humana Press
Pages
629
Format
Hardcover, 1999
ISBN
9780896035164