Polymers for health

Knowledge of the major families of polymers used in the biomedical field.

1) Specificity of polymers for biomedical applications and major families of polymers used

2) Description of application families

3) Discussion on the concept of synthesis and the relationship between structure, properties, and specifications

Hourly volumes*:

CM: 3 p.m.

Tutorial: 5 hours

Be able to identify the selection criteria for a polymer based on the intended healthcare application.

Know the main families of polymers used in the healthcare sector.

Organic Chemistry Level L3

Basic concepts in macromolecular chemistry

Basic concepts of the viscoelastic properties of materials

2-hour final written exam:

• Authorized documents: no
• Non-graphing calculator permitted: yes
• Internet access: no

Course: Materials available on the digital workspace (Moodle): Course documents, tutorial documents, past exam papers.

1. Introduction to Polymers in Health: (1.5 hours)

- Areas of application

- Reminders on the concepts of macromolecular structure and properties

- Specific characteristics of polymers in healthcare (sterilization, regulatory aspects)

1. Polymers and health applications: (3.5 hours)

- Implants

- Tissue engineering

- Release of active ingredients

1. Synthesis of polymers used in healthcare (5 H)

- Controlled radical polymerization

- Ring-opening polymerization

- Multifunctional polycondensation

1. Health-promoting polysaccharide biopolymers: (5 H)

- The major classes of natural polymers

- Polysaccharides of therapeutic interest

- Therapeutic applications of polysaccharides

TD (5 hours): Individual work, exercises to be prepared before and during the session.

Case studies during the session (linking polymers and applications).

Teaching team:
Benjamin Nottelet
Olivia Giani
Hélène Van Den Berghe