Hierarchical Fibrillar Scaffolds Obtained by Non‐conventional Layer‐By‐Layer Electrostatic Self‐Assembly. Issue 3 (8th October 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Oliveira, Sara M.; Silva, Tiago H.; Reis, Rui L.; Mano, João F.
• Is Part Of: Advanced healthcare materials. Volume 2:Issue 3(2013:Mar.)
• Page Start: 422
• Page End: 427
• Publication Date: 2012-10-08
• Subjects: Biomedical materials -- Periodicals; 610.28
• DOI: 10.1002/adhm.201200204
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2192-2640

Abstract

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