The main emphasis will be placed on free-radical, ionic, coordination, metathesis, and ring-opening polymerization. A major section will cover ‘living’ radical polymerization techniques. The effect of stereochemistry, molar masses and isomerism on the thermal and mechanical properties of polymers will be discusses as well as self assembly and stability of polymers in solution. Biomaterials including metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and tissue-derived biomaterials will be introduced. The recent advances in the design of synthetic polymeric materials for use in biomedical applications will also be presented. Some practical aspects such as host reactions to biomaterials and their evaluation, degradation of materials in the biological environment, artificial organs, implants and devices will also be discussed. PREREQ: CHMI 3416. (lec 3) cr 3.
