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Medical Applications for Biomaterials in Bolivia

By Sujata K. Bhatia (auth.) , Susan Arias

Book information

Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Year
2015
ISBN
978-3-319-16774-9, 978-3-319-16775-6
DOI
10.1007/978-3-319-16775-6
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
2 MB (2575517 bytes)
Series
SpringerBriefs in Public Health
Edition
1
Pages
62\69
Time added
2015-04-23 16:00:00
Biomedical Engineering; Biochemical Engineering; B

Description

This book investigates the potential medical benefits natural biomaterials can offer in developing countries by analyzing the case of Bolivia. The book explores the medical and health related applications of Bolivian commodities: quinoa, barley, sugarcane, corn, sorghum and sunflower seeds. This book helps readers better understand some of the key health concerns facing countries like Bolivia and how naturally derived biomaterials and therapeutics could help substantially alleviate many of their problems.

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