LEARNING OUTCOMES
The aim is that you learn more about the materials science and in particular about interfacial phenomena, electrified interfaces, and their relation to the biocompatibility and reliability of active medical implants.
Credits: 5
Schedule: 02.09.2024 - 05.12.2024
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Tomi Laurila
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
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Interfacial compatibilitybetween living systems and synthetic materials. Interfacial
interactions, water and protein adsorption on surfaces, surface properties of biomaterials
and surface treatments for improved biocompatibility.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
Portfolio
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
Lectures, independent and group work
Compulsory attendance in teaching discussions
DETAILS
Study Material
valid for whole curriculum period:
Interfacial Science: An Introduction, Geoffrey Barnes and Ian Gentle, Oxford University Press, 2006. Scientific articles and selected theses.
Substitutes for Courses
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Prerequisites
valid for whole curriculum period:
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
3 Good Health and Well-being
4 Quality Education
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
valid for whole curriculum period:
Teaching Language: English
Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn I - II
2025-2026 Autumn I - II