Polymer-Ceramic Composite Coatings on Biodegradable Magnesium for Biomedical Implants

Explore the innovative field of polymer-ceramic composite coatings for biodegradable magnesium implants in this 45-minute guest lecture by Professor Adel Francis. Delve into the potential of biodegradable magnesium as an alternative to permanent metallic implants in orthopedic and dental applications. Learn about the challenges of magnesium's vulnerability to corrosion under physiological conditions and discover how coating techniques can improve corrosion resistance and enhance bone bonding and cell growth. Examine the use of preceramic organosilicon polymers (POP) as a novel coating material, and understand the interdisciplinary nature of these polymers and their diverse applications. Investigate the surface modification of magnesium substrates using polysiloxanes/bioactive glass composites and various coating techniques. Gain insights into cell experiments assessing the effectiveness of these composite coatings. Understand how the development of new corrosion-resistant coatings could revolutionize materials engineering for medical, orthopedic, and dental applications.