Advanced Certificate in Biomedical Materials Shape Memory Pol

• Introduction to Biomedical Materials Shape Memory Polymers: Definition, classification, and applications of shape memory polymers in biomedical fields. • Synthesis and Fabrication Techniques: Overview of various methods for synthesizing and fabricating shape memory polymers, including polymerization, blending, and 3D printing. • Mechanical Properties and Behavior: Study of the mechanical properties of shape memory polymers, including elasticity, viscoelasticity, and plasticity, as well as the shape memory effect. • Thermo-mechanical Characterization: Techniques for characterizing shape memory polymers, such as dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and thermomechanical analysis (TMA). • Biomaterial-Cell Interactions: Overview of the interactions between shape memory polymers and cells, including cell adhesion, proliferation, and differentiation. • Drug Delivery Applications: Exploration of the use of shape memory polymers in drug delivery systems, including controlled release and targeted delivery. • Tissue Engineering Applications: Discussion of the use of shape memory polymers in tissue engineering, including scaffold design and fabrication. • Biocompatibility and Safety Considerations: Overview of the biocompatibility and safety considerations for shape memory polymers, including toxicity, immunogenicity, and degradation. • Current Research and Future Directions: Review of the latest research in the field of shape memory polymers for biomedical applications, including emerging trends and future directions.