Future Trends and Challenges

In the context of biomaterials and biomedical devices, there is significant overlap among biology, chemistry and physics. The examples mentioned in this chapter demonstrate that while considerable collaboration has already occurred, further blurring of the lines between these fields of research will result in improved devices in the future. 

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Chapter 2 Challenges and Future Trends in DNA Microarray Analysis ( 27 )... 

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In this chapter, various materials that can be used as coatings for biomedical implants are discussed. Key techniques to produce these coatings are briehy explained, followed by discussions about the mechanisms of cell—material interactions. Then, typical examples are provided to illustrate how the surface properties of coatings affect cell—material interactions. Finally, challenges and future trends in developing new coatings for long-term clinical success are discussed. 

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The current review summarizes the recent progress made in electrospun CNT-polymer composite nanofiber, along with their processing, characterization, mechanical properties, and applications. Theoretical investigations on mechanical properties of CNT and CNT-based polymer composite are also addressed. Finally, research challenges and future trends in modeling and simulation of electrospun polymer composite nanofibers are discussed. 

For each threat, we find a summary of the applicable airworthiness requirements and a description of methods used on FEW Aiibns, as well as the challenges and future trends. 

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