IIT Mandi develops sea urchin-inspired bone implant coating
- IIT Mandi researchers developed a sea urchin-inspired coating for 3D-printed bone implants to help reduce infection risk.
- The coating forms tiny hydroxyapatite needle-like structures that can damage bacteria while helping new bone attach to the implant.
- Researchers say the design could improve how well implants integrate with the body and lower the chances of implant-related infections.
- The technique could also be useful for orthopaedic and dental implants in future medical applications.
Source: ddindia.co.in
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