Surface Functionalization
The optimal design of the material-tissue interface is crucial for the successful healing of an implant, both in terms of functionality and durability. For this reason, our R&D activities are focused on two major current issues:
Improving the ingrowth behavior of conventional implants into the surrounding tissue through suitable surface functionalization
Prophylaxis and suppression of implant-associated microbial infections
The following surface functionalization or coating methods are processed in our department:
- Cell-adhesion-promoting coatings for metallic and ceramic surfaces based on cell adhesion peptides
- Coatings based on sulfated glycosaminoglycan derivatives
- Functionalization of PEEK surfaces
- Release systems for growth factors
- Layer systems containing antibiotics
- Coatings based on cationic polymer systems
- Sol-gel coatings with antibacterial efficacy
