Surface modification methods have been applied to metals and alloys to change the surface
integrity, obtain superior mechanical properties, and improve service life irrespective of the …

Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) is a non-invasive and powerful tool for
identification of molecular species. Proposed SERS structures have thus far been restricted …

A significant need exists today to develop novel alternatives to traditional bone grafts. Here,
we report the potential use of mechanochemically synthesized hydroxyapatite (HA), silicate …

Titanium alloys are commonly used in orthopedic devices due to their good corrosion
resistance, high specific strength and excellent biological response. The direct contact …

Impact surface treatments are well-known for their efficiency in enhancing the mechanical
properties of metallic materials, especially under cyclic loadings. These processes, which …

This study explores the controlled laser ablation and corresponding properties of silicon
nanoparticles (Si NP) with potential applications in ultraviolet (UV) light sensing. The size …

To achieve regeneration of long sections of damaged nerves, restoration methods such as
direct suturing or autologous grafting can be inefficient. Solutions involving biohybrid …

Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is a promising biomaterial for generating artificial extracellular
matrix (ECM) like patterned topographies, yet its hydrophobic nature limits its applicability to …

The manufacture of damping alloy parts with stable damping properties and high
mechanical performances in the selective laser melting (SLM) process is influenced by …

Advancements in miniaturisation and new capabilities of implantable devices impose a
need for the development of compact, hermetic, and CMOS-compatible micro packaging …