Electric field-mediated processing of biomaterials: Toward nanostructured biomimetic systems
Abstract
Significant opportunities exist for the processing of synthetic and biological polymers using electric field ('electroprocessing'). We review casting of multi-component films and the spinning of fibers in electric fields, and indicate opportunities for the creation of smart polymer systems using these approaches. Applications include 2-D substrates for cell growth and diagnostics, scaffolds for tissue engineering and repair, and electromechanically active biosystems.
Publication Title
Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Recommended Citation
Bowlin, G., Simpson, D., Lam, P., & Wnek, G. (2001). Electric field-mediated processing of biomaterials: Toward nanostructured biomimetic systems. Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering, 4332, 455-459. https://doi.org/10.1117/12.429686
