Biomaterials Asia 2009

The event will be held between 5-8th April 2009 at Regal Airport Hotel, Hong International Airport, Hong Kong. Organised in conjunction with Biomaterials, this conference is intended to provide a forum for showcasing the latest research and advances in biomaterials across Asia.

Why attend Biomaterials Asia 2009 conference?

* This is the one definitive conference that will present the best current achievements in academic, clinical and commercial aspects of biomaterials science in Asia
* In many ways, Asia is leading the revolution in new concepts in biomaterials and their applications, and this is the chance to become fully aware of the innovations that are taking place
* The conference will bring together advances in biomaterials for regenerative medicine, gene therapy, biotechnology and medical technology, whilst focussing on the science of biocompatibility, bionanotechnology and advanced materials sciences
* There will be over twenty plenary, keynote lectures from the world’s best, drawn from the top institutions in Asia as well as pivotal contributions from the USA, Europe and Australia
* The conference will also showcase the best of the young biomaterials scientists in Asia, with many giving invited oral presentations and posters, with the opportunity for the very best to present themselves in a career forum
* The conference will also showcase the innovation that is taking place commercially, with the emphasis on young start-up companies in Asia and joint ventures between Asian companies and USA / Europe enterprises and universities
* Finally, the conference, sponsored by Elsevier, will act as a forum to represent the initiatives and scholarly success of one of their finest journals, Biomaterials.

Current Poster Programme...

A comparative study of mesoporous bioglass/PLGA and non-mesoporous bioglass/PLGA composites for biomedical application
C. Wu, University of Sydney, Australia

A novel biomimetic amphiphiles: Synthesis and applications for the solubilization of anti-cancer drug and nano-object
J.-P. Xu*, J. Ji, J.-C. Shen, Zhejiang University, China

A novel method for the preparation of the collagen matrix resembling extracellular matrix
K. Nam*, K. Tsuyoshi, A. Kishida, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan

A two-layer osteochondral regeneration scaffold
S. Kew, Orthomimetics Ltd, UK

Association study between elastic modulus and extracellular matrix components of collagen-mesenchymal stem cell microspheres during chondrogenic differentiation
C.H. Li*, A. Ngan, K.Y. Sze, B.P. Chan, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Atomic force microscopy revealed a clear correlation between cell detachment kinetics and temperature-responsive polymer relaxation upon temperature reduction
Y. Kumashiro*, K. Fukumori, Y. Akiyama, K. Sakai, M. Yamoto, T. Okano,Tokyo Women's Medical University, Japan

Biocorrosion behavior and biocompatibility evaluation of binary magnesium alloys for future design of bioabsorbable metal materials
Y. Zheng*, Peking University, China

Biomimetic matrices as models for zonal cartilage tissue engineering
T. Klein, Queensland University of Technology, Australia

Biomimetic scaffolds for the expansion and injectable delivery of human lt mesenchymal stem cells in cartilage repair
S.Q. Liu*, A. Rudra, Q. Tian, R. Ee, Y.Y. Yang, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Characterization of dentin/adhesive interface
X. Guo*1, Y. Wang2, P. Spencer2, S. Wang1, 1Beijing National Laboratory of Molecular Science, China, 2University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, USA

Characterization of zirconia coatings for biomedical applications
S. Armengol, Universidad Simon Bolivar, Venezuela

Comparison of decellularization methods for fabrication of extracellular matrix scaffolds
H. Lu*, T. Hoshiba, N. Kawazoe, T. Tateishi, G. Chen, National Institute for Materials Science, Japan

Construction of novel non-viral gene vectors with glutathione-sensitive property
Y. Wang*, Q. Hu, J. Shen, Zhejiang University, China

Creation of a tissue interface between bone-like construct and soft tissue-like construct
T.K. Chik*, K. Luk, K. Cheung, K.Y. Sze, B.P. Chan, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Decellularization of chondrocyte-encapsulated collagen microspheres – A 3D model to study effects of acellular matrix on stem cell fate
H.W. Cheng*, Y.K. Tsui, K.M.C. Cheung, D. Chan, B.P. Chan, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Development of porous scaffolds with controlled structures
N. Kawazoe*, X. He, Y.-G. Ko, T. Tateishi, G. Chen, National Institute for Materials Science, Japan

Development of stepwise osteogenesis-mimicked matrices for differentiation regulation of mesenchymal stem cells
T. Hoshiba*, N. Kawazoe, T. Tateishi, G. Chen, National Institute for Materials Science, Japan

Dispersion stability and rheology of the nonaqueous injectable calcium phosphate cement paste
F. Chen*, C. Liu, Y. Mao, East China University of Science and Technology, China

DNA hybridization on modified nanostructured silicon surfaces
S. Singh*1,3, J. Zack2, D.Kumar1, Govind1, D.Saluja2, M.A. Khan3, P.K. Singh1, 1National Physical Laboratory, India, 2University of Delhi, India, 3Aligarh Muslim University, India

Double-network modification of calcium phosphate cement
J. Wang*1, C. Liu1, Y. Liu1, 1East China University of Science and Technology, China

Effects of rigidity sensing on fibrotic cellular activity
N.A. Abdul Rahim*1, R.D. Kamm2, H. Yu1, 1National University of Singapore, Singapore, 2Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA

Emulsion electrospinning for biomolecular release
X. Li, Y. Su, X. Mo*, Donghua University, China

Enamel - a functionally graded natural biocomposite coating
L. He*1, M.V. Swain2, 1University of Otago, New Zealand, 2University of Sydney, Australia

Endothelial progenitor cells homing and endothelialization tissue-engineered blood vessel by nerve growth factors
W. Zeng*, L. Li, J. Mi, W. Yuan, C. Wen, M. Yang, D. Ying, C. Zhu, Third Military Medical University, China

Folate-PEG-superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles for lung cancer targeting
H.L. Jiang*, M.K. Yoo, C.X. Xu, M.H. Cho, C.S. Cho, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea

Functionally selecting hMSCs subpopulations with better migratory activities using a collagen barrier
H.L. Wong, G.C.F. Chan, Z.F. Yang, B.P. Chan*, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Hierarchical scaffolding promotes osteoblasts differentiation by natural growth of bioactive nano titanates on 3d microporous niti alloys
S. Wu*, K.W.K. Yeung, J. Jiang, X. Liu, T. Hu, P.K. Chu, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

In vitro evaluation of collagen-hyaluronan-chitosan scaffold for cartilage tissue engineering
Y.-C. Lin, D.-C. Liu, National Chung-Hsing University, Taiwan

In vivo study of ACL regeneration using combined silk scaffolds in a pig model
H. Liu*, H. Fan, S.L. Toh, J.C.H. Goh, National University of Singapore, Singapore

In vivo study of porous calcium silicate bioceramic in osseous and extra-osseous sites
K. Lin*, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Influence of UV irradiation on the properties of modified goatskin collagen matrices
X. Zheng*, K. Wang, K. Tang, Zhengzhou University, China

Injectable bone cement based on mineralized collagen
X. Liu*1, Z.-G. Cheng1, F.-Z. Cui1, K. Hu1,2, 1Tsing Hua University, China, 2Bejing Allgens Medical S&T Company, China

Manufacture of various scaffolds of PLGA for tissue engineering
F. Yang, X. Hu, J. Bei, S. Wang*, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Meso and nanoporous silica for drug delivery
A. Sagarzazu*, T. Cordero, G. Gonzalez, F. Vargas, Instituto Venezolano de Investigaciones Cientificas, Venezuela

Microstructure study of paclitaxel loaded PEO-b-PLA systems using mesoscale simulations and experiments
X. Guo*1,2, J.P.K. Tan2, L. Zhang1, Y. Zhang2, Y. Yang2, Y. Qian1, 1South China University of Technology, China, 2Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, Singapore

Nano-hydroxyapatite/collagen/poly(l-lactide) scaffold containing chitosan microspheres for controlled delivery of bmp-2-derived synthetic peptide
x. Niu*, M. Wang, R. Tan, Q. Feng, Tsing Hua University, China

Novel bioactive titanium metal and its alloys chemically modified on their surfaces
H. Takadama*1, T. Kizuki1, S. Yamaguchi1, T. Matsushita1, T. Nakamura2, T. Kokubo1, 1Chubu University, Japan, 2Kyoto University, Japan

Novel biodegradable microporous nanofibrous scaffolds based on electrospun self-assembly for bone tissue engineering
G.-R. Zhang*, Y.-Z. Cai, X.-H. Zou, H.-X. Cai, Y.-Z. Jiang, H.-W. Ouyang, Zhejiang University, China

Optimization of composite medium for simultaneous co-culture of 3D cartilage-like and bone-like constructs
M. Lee, A.C. Lo, P.T. Cheung, D. Wong, B.P. Chan*, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Optimization of composite medium for simultaneous co-culture of 3D cartilage-like and bone-like constructs
H.W. Cheng*, K. Luk, K. Cheung, B.P. Chan, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Osteoblast compatibility of Ti-Zr-Nb alloys
K. Isama*, T. Tsuchiya, National Institute of Health Sciences, Japan

Partial transformation of 3 coralline species to hydroxyapatite and its potential use as bone graft substitutes
G. Gonzalez*1, K. Noris2, R. Villalba1, 1Instituto Venezolano de Investigaciones Cientificas, Venezuela, 2Universidad Simon Bolivar, Venezuela

PHA nanofiber as matrix for supporting stem cell differentiation
X. Li, Shantou University, China

Photo-crosslinkable and muco-adhesive pluronic/chitosan hydrogel containing rhEGF for wound repair
J.S. Choi*, S. Park, H.S. Kim, H.A. Jung, H.S. Yoo, Kangwon National University, Republic of Korea

pH-responsive chitosan/heparin nanoparticles for targeting and treating Helicobacter pylori attached on the gastric mucosa
Y.H. Lin*, Y.M. Hsu, C.H. Chang, S.F. Chiou, Y.J. Chen, China Medical University, Taiwan

Polyether polyol as a new macromolecular carrier in an anticancer polymer-drug conjugate
Z. Li*, Y. Chau, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong

Polyglycolic acid filaments guide Schwann cell migration in vitro and in vivo
W. Hu, Nantong University, China

Porous scaffold with thin and dense layer acting as the superficial zone of articular cartilage
X.-D. Sun*, C. Shan, Z.-B. Tang, Tsing Hua University, China

Preparation of doxorubicin nano-aggregate for targeting epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)
S. Park*, H.S. Kim, H.A. Jung, H.S. Yoo, Knagwon National University, Republic of Korea

Reversal of doxorubicin resistance by functionalized star-shaped porphyrin-polylactide formed nanoparticles in MCF-7/ADR cells
P.-S. Lai*1, L.-Y. Lin2, M.-J. Shieh2, 1National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan, 2National Taiwan University, Taiwan

Selective formation of DCPD and HAp nanofibers with different amounts of gelatin under mild condition
Y.-H. Tseng*, Y. Hung, C.-Y. Mou*, National Taiwan University, Taiwan

Self-assembled osteoinductive bone-like microparticles
M.Y. Wong*, T.Y. Hui, H.K. Yip, G.C.F. Chan, B.P. Chan, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Simulation of Betamethasone release profiles from in situ forming systems based on PLGA
S.H. Sarraf*1, E. Marzbanrad2, H. Mobedi3, M. Rafienia4, H. Mirzadeh3, A. Jamshidi3, 1Islamic Azad University, Iran, 2Materials and Energy Research Center, Iran, 3Iran Polymer & Petrochemical Institute, Iran, 4Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Spectroscopic and surface study of matrix-cytostatic drugs occluded in nanostructured sol-gel bioreservoirs to controlled release applications
T. Lopez*1,2,3, M. Alvarez,2, G. C. Díaz4, K. Espinoza4, J. Sánchez5, R. D. González3, 1Health Department Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Xochimilco, Mexico, 2National Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery, México, 3Tulane University, USA, 4Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, México, 5Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo

Stability of protein adsorbed on the hydroxyapatite surfaces
X. Chen*, Q. Wang, T. Wu, J.-W. Shen, Y. Kang, Zhejiang University, China

Structural studies of sol-gel silica-dopamine biomaterials for used as drug delivery reservoir in the SNC
T. Lopez*1,2,5, D. Esquivel3, E. Ortiz-Islas2, P. Quintana4, G. Oskam4, J. Ascencio6, 1Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Xochimilco, México, 2Instituto Nacional de Neurología y Neurocirugía, México, 3Universidad de Guanajuato, México, 4CINVESTAV-Mérida, México
5Tulane Universit, USA, 6Instituto de Ciencias Físicas-UNA, México

Supramolecular biodegradable hydrogels for anti-tumor drug delivery
B. He, Sichuan University, China

Surface modification of electrospun nanofibers for gene delivery in diabetic ulcers
H.S. Kim*, H.S. Yoo, Kangwon National University, Republic of Korea

Surface modification of polylactone-type polymeric scaffold
H. Shen*, J. Bei, S. Wang, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Surface nano-structured bioactive Ti metal
D.K. Pattanayak*1, T. Matsushita1, H. Takadama1, T. Nakamura2, T. Kokubo1, 1Chubu University, Japan, 2Kyoto University, Japan

Surface plasma polymerization of nanoparticles and nanotubes for biomedical applications
P. Zhao, F.F. Guo, S. Zhou, J. Yang, D. Shi*, Tongji University, China

The expression of cross-linked elastin by rabbit blood vessel smooth muscle cells cultured in polyhydroxyalkanoates scaffolds
S.-T. Cheng*, Z.-F. Chen, G.-Q. Chen, Shantou University, China

Thick and oriented engineered tissues constructed by hydrogel template approach using varied porous scaffolds
H. Yoshida*, M. Matsusaki, M. Akashi, Osaka University, Japan

Transplantation of human amniotic fluid mesenchymal-stem-cell sheet fragments for cellular cardiomyoplasty in a rat model
Y.C. Yeh*1, H.J. Wei2, S.M. Huang3, C.L. Yu2, W.Y. Lee1, W.W. Lin2, Y. Chang2, H.W. Sung1, 1National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan, 2Veterans General Hospital-Taichung, Taiwan, 3Food Industry Research and Development Institute, Taiwan

Ultrastructure of active and arrested carious dentine lesions
A.V. Zavgorodniy*, R. Rohanizadeh, University of Sydney, Australia

Conference Secretariat...

Emma White
Conference Secretariat
Biomaterials Asia 2009
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