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a systems approach to engineering concepts
Front Cover; Biomaterials; Copyright Page; Dedication; Contents; Author Bio; Preface; Acknowledgments; 1 Cell Biology; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Cell Composition and Make-Up; 1.2.1 The Nucleus; 1.2.2 The Endoplasmic Reticulum, ER; 1.2.3 Mitochondria; 1.2.4 The Golgi Apparatus; 1.2.5 Cell Structure; 1.2.6 The Membrane Structure: Phospholipids; 1.2.7 Receptors; 1.3 Cell Classifications; 1.3.1 Stem Cells; 1.3.2 Differentiated Cells and Other Classifications; 1.4 Cells Associated With Specific Organs and Systems; 1.4.1 Cells Found in Blood; 1.4.1.1 Platelets
1.4.1.2 Red Blood Cells (RBCs or Erythrocytes)1.4.1.3 White Blood Cells: Monocytes and Neutrophils; 1.5 Cells Found with the Nervous System; 1.6 Cells Found in Fibrous, Bony, and Cartilage Connective Tissues; 1.7 Reclassifying Cells Based on Organ Function and Physiology; 1.7.1 Endothelial Vs Urothelial Cells; 1.7.2 Metabolic Cells Found in the Pancreas; 1.7.3 Metabolic Cells Found in the Liver; 1.7.4 Sentry Cells; 1.8 Observation of Cell Size and Morphology: Microscopy; 1.9 Bacterial Cell Types; 1.10 Conclusions; 1.11 Problems; References
2 Cell Expression: Proteins and Their Characterization2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Protein Molecular Weight; 2.3 Protein Polydispersity; 2.4 Biochemical Determination of Molecular Weight; 2.5 Protein Thermodynamics; 2.6 Typical Proteinaceous Polymers; 2.6.1 Collagen; 2.6.2 Keratin; 2.6.3 Elastin; 2.6.4 Albumin; 2.7 Conclusion; 2.8 Problems; References; Further Reading; 3 Bones and Mineralized Tissues; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Cortical Bone; 3.2.1 Cortical Bone Anatomy; 3.2.2 The 3.4.2: Haversian System; 3.2.3 Composition and Properties of Cortical Bone; 3.3 Cancellous (Spongy Bone)
3.3.1 Anatomy of Spongy Bone3.3.2 Composition and Mechanical Behavior of Spongy Bone; 3.4 Teeth; 3.4.1 Tooth Anatomy and Evolution; 3.4.2 Plaque, Organic Acids, Alter pH and Demineralize Tooth Surfaces; 3.4.3 Dentin Exposure Through the Gum-line: Periodontal Disease; 3.4.4 Tooth Statics and Dynamics: The Origins of Orthodontia; 3.4.5 Endodonics: Resolving the Dying Internal Structure of a Tooth; 3.4.6 Sealants as a Preventive Procedure to Fight Tooth Decay; 3.4.7 Oral Surgery, Bone Implants, and Fracture Fixation; 3.5 Conclusions; 3.6 Problems; References; 4 Connective and Soft Tissues
4.1 Introduction4.2 Protein Structure and Composition in the Circulatory System; 4.3 Protein Structure of Valvular Tissue and Leaflets; 4.3.1 Valve and Leaflet Defects; 4.3.2 Aneurysms and Fistulae; 4.3.3 Aortic Dissection; 4.4 Dermal Tissues, Including Hair and Nerves; 4.4.1 The Skin; 4.4.2 The Subcutaneous or Adipose Tissues; 4.4.3 The Dermis; 4.4.4 The Stratum Corneum and Epidermis; 4.4.5 Skin Care as a Business; 4.5 Hair; 4.5.1 Hair Morphology; 4.5.2 Features and Attributes of Hair; 4.5.3 Hair as a Business; 4.6 Nails; 4.7 Muscle Tissues; 4.8 Looking Ahead; 4.9 Conclusions; 4.10 Problems
Includes bibliographical references and index.