Development of Model Hydroxyapatite Bone Scaffolds With Multiscale Porosity for Potential Load Bearing Applications
Dellinger, Jennifer Gwynne
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Description
Title
Development of Model Hydroxyapatite Bone Scaffolds With Multiscale Porosity for Potential Load Bearing Applications
Author(s)
Dellinger, Jennifer Gwynne
Issue Date
2005
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
Russell D. Jamison
Department of Study
Materials Science and Engineering
Discipline
Materials Science and Engineering
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
Ph.D.
Degree Level
Dissertation
Keyword(s)
Engineering, Materials Science
Language
eng
Abstract
Although the presence of microporous topography alone did not influence bone healing in vivo, micropores were shown to provide tailorability of scaffold mechanical properties, provide a location for the storage and controlled release of a growth factor, and provide a location for bone integration inside the scaffold rods.
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