Project description
Surface modification of medical implants to prevent cell overgrowth
Smart medical implants find applications in all medical fields, including miniaturised pacemakers. The implants with a Titanium-alloy are less overgrown by the cells and can be easily removed or replaced. Recently developed Titanium-alloy substrate with self-organised spikes covered with sub-micrometer ripples created by laser-ablation provides too little surface for cell growth. The EU-funded CellFreeImplant project focuses on finding partners for the future development of smart implants with patient needs in mind. The project will identify at least four different market segments for miniaturised and smart medical implants. The customised samples with surfaces modified by laser-induced micro- and nano-structures will be provided for assessment by the potential strategic partners.
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4040 Linz
Austria
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12205 Berlin
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