This book provides a comprehensive review of the chemistry and research illustrating the benefits of polyurethane for immobilizing cells, with dozens of case studies in medical devices and environmental engineering.

•    Offers an essential resource for medical and environmental scientists
•    Provides a multidisciplinary and lucid writing style that uses little or no jargon
•    Extrapolates current technology into advanced areas, especially environmental remediation and medical devices
•    Fills the gap between immobilization research and practical applications