Biomaterials news, September 2016

3D printing makes bone scaffolds a better fit

3D printing of biodegradable metal scaffolds can be tailored to fit patient’s needs for face and head bone repairs

Spinal cord repair with graphene nanoribbons

Spinal cord repair with graphene-polymer nanoribbons.

Cellulose and polymers help create range of novel nanorods

Using cellulose and polymers, scientists have developed a new strategy for crafting nanorods from a wide range of precursor materials.

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Patterned amyloid nanowires could help create novel nanodevices

Scientists have developed a versatile method for patterning the structure of ‘nanowires’ made from amyloid peptides.

Aquatic ferns show how to clean up oil

The hairy leaves of aquatic ferns can help to clean oil spills.

Nanofiber scaffolds that help direct cell behavior

Spider silk offers cheap and accessible superlens

spider silk superlens improves on traditional microscopy