Considerations for Biotribometers: Cells, Gels, and Tissues
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DOI: 10.1007/s11249-018-1094-y
Abstract: Tribological evaluation of biological materials, such as cells and tissues, present both opportunities and challenges to experimentalists. When working with living materials, maintaining homeostasis during testing in vitro or in vivo often requires appropriate control… read more here.
Keywords: microscopy; considerations biotribometers; biotribometers cells; biotribology ... See more keywords
Biotribology of the ageing skin—Why we should care
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DOI: 10.1016/j.biotri.2019.03.001
Abstract: Abstract Ageing of populations has emerged as one of the most pressing societal, economic and healthcare challenges currently facing most nations across the globe. The ageing process itself results in degradation of physiological functions and… read more here.
Keywords: biotribology; skin; biotribology ageing; skin care ... See more keywords
Interactions Between Bilayers of Phospholipids Extracted from Human Osteoarthritic Synovial Fluid
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DOI: 10.1016/j.biotri.2020.100157
Abstract: Abstract Duncan Dowson, whom this issue commemorates, was a world leader in the field of biotribology, with prolific contributions both in fluid-based and boundary lubrication of biological tissues, in particular articular cartilage, a central issue… read more here.
Keywords: friction; synovial fluid; hsf lipids; biotribology ... See more keywords
On the biotribology of total knee replacement: a new roughness measurements protocol on in vivo condyles considering the dynamic loading from musculoskeletal multibody model
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DOI: 10.1016/j.measurement.2017.08.008
Abstract: Abstract In severe conditions of osteoarthritis, total replacement of the knee joint is essential and it is a well-established surgical procedure performed to relieve patient’s discomfort and to restore function in knee osteoarthritis. Surface roughness… read more here.
Keywords: condyles considering; total knee; model; biotribology ... See more keywords
Scientific contributions of Duncan Dowson to Tribological Studies of Artificial Joints
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DOI: 10.1177/13506501221075439
Abstract: Professor Duncan Dowson is one of the most famous scientists in the field of tribology. His pioneering research established a systematic methodology in the study of the biotribology of artificial joints. In particular, elastohydrodynamic lubrication… read more here.
Keywords: duncan dowson; scientific contributions; artificial joints; biotribology ... See more keywords