Coatings and Processes for Biomedical Applications
Coatings and surface treatments are essential to the advancement of both established and emerging biomedical technologies. Recent progress in the understanding of biological systems has accelerated the development of innovative coatings and surface engineering approaches. These technologies aim to improve osseointegration, enable neural interfaces, extend the operational lifespan of implanted devices, enhance biocompatibility, and reduce costs. These advances are not limited to implantable devices; they also support a wide range of applications such as energy harvesting for wearable health-monitoring systems, where flexibility and biocompatibility are essential.
To support continued innovation and address technical challenges in this rapidly evolving field, the Coatings and Processes for Biomedical Applications Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) welcomes paper submissions focused on coatings and surface modifications for biomedical applications. Submissions may cover material development, surface engineering techniques, characterization methods, performance evaluation, regulatory pathways, or emerging applications in the biomedical space.
Topics of interest for this session include but are not limited to:
- Orthopedic and osseointegration applications,
- Cardiac rhythm management,
- Neurostimulation technologies,
- Cardiovascular interventions,
- Bio-corrosion resistance,
- Flexible and stretchable electronics,
- Biosensors, bioelectronics, and biochips,
- Antimicrobial surface treatments,
- Novel surface modification techniques (e.g., laser processing),
- High-throughput materials development,
- High-throughput and advanced characterization techniques,
- Regulatory approval strategies,
- Navigating evolving funding landscapes, and
- Market analysis and projections.
Coatings and Processes for Biomedical Applications TAC Co-Chairs: Jeff Hettinger, Rowan University, hettinger@rowan.edu; Natalie Page, Lila Sciences, npage@lila.ai; Gregory Taylor, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, taylor275@llnl.gov; Chinmay Trivedi, IHI Hauzer Techno Coating B.V., ctrivedi@hauzer.nl