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Biomaterials and Pharmaceuticals

Biomaterials and pharmaceuticals are materials used in the medical and pharmaceutical industries to manufacture medical devices and drugs. Biomaterials can be natural, synthetic and semi-synthetic materials that are used in various medical applications such as implants, prosthetics, drug delivery, diagnostics, and t…

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Biomaterials and pharmaceuticals are materials used in the medical and pharmaceutical industries to manufacture medical devices and drugs. Biomaterials can be natural, synthetic and semi-synthetic materials that are used in various medical applications such as implants, prosthetics, drug delivery, diagnostics, and tissue engineering. Pharmaceuticals are chemicals used in the preparation of drugs or medicines used for the treatment and prevention of diseases. Biomaterials and pharmaceuticals together provide a foundation for the development of new treatments and technologies in the healthcare sector. They have revolutionized the way medical procedures are performed, and are critical to improving patient outcomes. Biomaterials and pharmaceuticals offer potential breakthroughs in the treatment of chronic and life-threatening diseases, such as cancer and cardiopulmonary diseases. Thus, they have a great impact on the quality of life of patients who suffer from these diseases.

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MubarakAli Davoodbasha · South Korea Emad Tolba · Germany Gianfranco Peluso · Italy

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