Modification and characterization of polymers for medical applications
University
Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences
Fields
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Sciences
Duration
3-6 months
Deadline
February 15 for fall internship
October 1 for spring internship
Supervisor
Prof. Dr. Svea Petersen
Project description
Polymers have found widespread applications in biomedicine, in particular as implant bulk or coating material or as carrier in drug delivery systems. In our lab, we focus on the establishment and characterization of surface modification reactions of polymers including the provision with a local drug delivery function and/or biofunctionalization in order to selectively control cell-implant interactions.
Tasks
Chemical surface modification and biofunctionalization of polymers for enhanced biocompatibility and their characterization via
Establishment of polymer-based local drug delivery systems and performance of in vitro drug release studies via HPLC and fluore
Requirements
Lab skills are desired, as independent chemical work will be required
A basic understanding of polymers and surface chemistry is desired
Languages
Proficient in English or German
Possible beginnings
September/October for fall internship
March for spring internship
Credits
According to agreement
Payment
none