Τhe course is the basic introduction in the scientific field of biomaterials and their application in biosciences, as well as every related technique and method for the specified application of biomaterials in agriculture, life and health sciences as well as traditional and modern biomedical devices.
The educational content is aiming to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of biomaterials, covering a very wide range of interdisciplinary sectors, including extensive coverage of materials science, biology, chemistry, tissue engineering and toxicology.
It also refers to the different groups and classifications of biomaterials (polymers, metals, ceramics, synthetics), their chemistry, mechanical and physicochemical properties, as well as the design and synthesis of biomaterials, their biocompatibility, toxicity and decay.
Finally, the course aims to help students to understand of the contribution of biomaterials in modern life sciences, at the same time stipulating the perspective of a dedicated professional career on designing novel biomaterials with tailor-made physicochemical and biological properties.