Nanobiomaterials Handbook

Nanobiomaterials exhibit distinctive characteristics which make them suitable for a variety of biological applications. This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the field, offering a broad introduction for those new to the subject as well as a useful reference for advanced professionals. Analyzing major topics and disciplines in this arena, the book examines various synthesis and processing techniques important for developing nanobiomaterials, explores their unique nanoscopic physicochemical properties, discusses potential applications, and provides a detailed overview of the interactions between bionanomaterials/biological systems and the biocompatibility issues associated with bionanomaterials.