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Materials | Trauma/Sports
A Biodegradable Bone-Fixing Composite Made Partly of Spider Silk
The new composite consists of long silk fibers and fibers of polylactic acid, a biodegradable thermoplastic.University of Connecticut 04.20.18
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Coatings/Surface Modification | Large Joint | Materials
Spikes of Graphene Can Kill Bacteria on Knee & Hip Implants
A layer of vertical graphene flakes forms a protective surface that makes it impossible for bacteria to attach.Videos Chalmers University of Technology 04.16.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Materials
Norman Noble Launches Additive Manufacturing Capabilities
3D printing of metal alloys allows manufacturing of devices, implants with internal features & custom surface structures.Norman Noble Inc. 04.10.18
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Biologics | Materials
Flare-Responsive Hydrogel Developed to Treat Arthritis
Researchers develop a better delivery system for anti-inflammatory therapies.Brigham and Womens Hospital 04.03.18
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Machining & Tooling | Materials
Six Advantages of Machined Polymer Components over Metals
From cost reduction to increased durability and functionality, plastic components can be superior to metals.Online Exclusives John MacDonald, President, AIP Precision Machining 03.29.18
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Materials | Spine/Neurology
Elastic Metal Rods Made from New Alloys Could Help Treat Scoliosis
New generation of alloys made on the basis of Ti-Zr-Nb possesses a high functional complex and so-called "superelasticity."National University of Science and Technology MISIS 03.26.18
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Materials | Spine/Neurology
Successful Tests with Advanced Biomaterials to Regenerate Sciatic Nerve
The implants were made of biocompatible and biodegradable materials to regenerate the peripheral nerve.Plataforma SINC 03.22.18
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Materials
Material World: Is Titanium the New PEEK?
The fanny pack is back. Give that a minute to sink in. According to Harper’s Bazaar, that’s one of 12 trends we all need to know about for 2018. I don’t spend much time thumbing through fashion tomes, but the occasional doctor&rs…Dawn A. Lissy, President & Founder, Empirical 03.21.18
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Biologics | Materials | Trauma/Sports
An Engineered Cartilage Template to Heal Broken Bones
A UConn-developed hybrid hydrogel scaffold could help address issues in repairing bone injuries.University of Connecticut 03.09.18
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Materials
TPI, RMP Announce Exclusive Distribution Agreement
RMP manufactures fabricated forms of UHMWPE used in long-term human implantable applications.Total Plastics Life Sciences 02.21.18
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Biologics | Materials
3D Material Can Transform Stem Cells into Muscle Fiber
Spare parts from small parts: novel hydrogel scaffolds can grow muscle.RMIT University 02.21.18
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Materials | Trauma/Sports
New, Safer Titanium Plate for Bone Repair Doesn't Cause Embrittlement
The titanium fiber plates do not cause bone embrittlement after close contact with the bone for prolonged periods.Shinsu University 02.12.18
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Biologics | Materials
FDA Clears UC Davis Startup's Polymer to Aid Bone Regrowth
Molecular Matrix Inc. invented a synthetic bone void filler, Osteo-P, that can help injured bones regrow.University of California - Davis 01.26.18
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Biologics | Materials
FDA Clears Anika Therapeutics' Injectable HA-Based Bone Repair Treatment
Anika's bone void filler is composed of a synthetic, biocompatible bone graft substitute material.Business Wire 01.02.18
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Materials
Material Characterization: How Low Is Low?
A lack of clarity in ASTM standards for metal alloys for medical applications can create uncertainty.Online Exclusives William A. Hyman, Professor Emeritus of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, & Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Engineering, The Cooper Union 12.20.17
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Large Joint | Materials | Spine/Neurology
FDA Clears Chemence Medical's Exofin Fusion Skin Closure System
Exofin Fusion combines a self-adhering flexible mesh strip, mesh anchors, and a topical adhesive.Business Wire 12.14.17
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Materials
Study of 3D-Printed OsteoFab Structures Details PEKK Antibacterial Benefits
International Journal of Nanomedicine paper suggests breakthrough potential in combatting implant infections.GlobeNewswire 12.05.17
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Materials
‘Bulletin Board Material’ Spurs Advancements
Most sports fans are familiar with the phrase “bulletin board material.” It seems to be a favorite topic for sports reporters to bring up with coaches and players when someone from the opposing team makes derogatory comments. Those commen…Sean Fenske, Editor 11.21.17
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Materials
Invibio Invests to Accelerate Innovation
Faster time-to-market through streamlined device development strategies that consider the total costs of care.Invibio Biomaterial Solutions 11.21.17
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Materials | Spine/Neurology
Osteoconductive PEEK Composite for Spinal Implants
Solvay helps DiFusion Technologies innovate new ZFUZE osteoconductive PEEK composite for spinal implants.Solvay 11.10.17
