Solid-State Dewetting of Thin Au Films for Surface Functionalization of Biomedical Implants

Solid-State Dewetting of Thin Au Films for Surface Functionalization of Biomedical Implants

Biomaterial-centered infections of orthopedic implants remain a significant burden in the healthcare system due to sedentary lifestyles and an aging population. One approach to combat infections and improve implant osteointegration is functionalizing the implant surface with anti-infective and osteo...

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Main Authors: Aliya Sharipova, Ivan Zlotver, Alejandro Sosnik, Eugen Rabkin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Materials
Subjects:
biomaterials
titanium alloys
thin films
wetting
surface functionalization
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/16/24/7524

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