Principles of Tissue Engineering

The first edition of Principles of Tissue Engineering, published in 1997, was rapidly recognized as the definitive reference in the field. Since that time, the discipline has grown tremendously, and few experts could have predicted the explosion in the knowledge of gene expression, cell growth and differentiation, the variety of stem cells and new polymers, or even the successful introduction of the first tissue-engineered products into the marketplace. Principles of Tissue Engineering, Second Edition defines and captures the evolution of this fascinating and exciting field. This comprehensive reference covers the prerequisites for a general understanding of tissue growth and development, the tools and theoretical information needed to design tissues and organs, and the applications of tissue engineering to diseases affecting organ systems. Key Features * Essential to anyone working in the field * Vast, detailed analysis of research with all of the major systems of the human body, e.g., skin, muscle, cardiovascular, hematopoietic, and nerves * Contributions by leaders in the latest areas of research, such as fetal tissue engineering and stem cellsLanger, Robert P. is the author of 'Principles of Tissue Engineering', published 2000 under ISBN 9780124366305 and ISBN 0124366309.