This course provides academic credit for independent thesis research conducted under the supervision of a BME faculty advisor at Emory University and Georgia Tech. The course does not involve regular class meetings, assignments, or examinations. The scope and direction of research are determined by the student in consultation with the thesis advisor, consistent with the requirements of the degree program. 

This course provides academic credit for independent thesis research conducted under the supervision of a BME faculty advisor at Emory University and Georgia Tech. The course does not involve regular class meetings, assignments, or examinations. The scope and direction of research are determined by the student in consultation with the thesis advisor, consistent with the requirements of the degree program. 

Introduction to different classes of biomaterials (polymers, metals, ceramics) and physiological responses to biomaterial implantation. Topics include material properties, host response, and biomaterial characterization techniques. Crosslisted with BMED 4751.