Now in its fourth edition, <i>Principles of Tissue Engineering</i> has been the definite resource in the field of tissue engineering for more than a decade. The fourth edition provides an update on this rapidly progressing field, combining the prerequisites for a general understanding of tissue growth and development, the tools and theoretical information needed to design tissues and organs, as well as a presentation by the world’s experts of what is currently known about each specific organ system. As in previous editions, the book strives to create a comprehensive work the strikes a balance among the diversity of subjects that are related to tissue engineering, including biology, chemistry, material science, and engineering, among others, while also emphasizing those research areas that are likely to be of clinical value in the future. <br><br>This edition includes greatly expanded focus on stem cells, including induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells, stem cell niches, and blood components from stem cells. This research has already produced applications in disease modeling, toxicity testing, drug development, and clinical therapies. This up-to-date coverage of stem cell biology and other emerging technologies -such as brain-machine interfaces for controlling bionics and neuroprostheses- is complemented by a series of new and updated chapters on recent clinical experience in applying tissue engineering, as well as a new section on the application of tissue-engineering techniques for food production. The result is a comprehensive textbook that will be useful to students and experts alike.<ul><li>Organized into twenty-two parts that cover the basics of tissue growth and development, approaches to tissue and organ design, and a summary of current knowledge by organ system </li><li>Expanded coverage of adult and embryonic stem cells of the cardiovascular, hematopoietic, musculoskeletal, nervous, and other organ systems with 25% new chapters</li><li>Full color presentation throughout </li></ul> <p>**New to this edition: Includes new chapters on brain-machine interfaces, immunology and inflammation, blood components from stem cells, iPS cells, business issues, as well as a section on tissue-engineered food. </p>