Abstract
Bioactive organic-inorganic hybrids were synthesized through sol-gel processing starting from γ-methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane. NMR-spectroscopic studies showed the presence of silanol groups (Si-OH) and Si-O-Si bonds. In vitro tests of the hybrids for bioactivity with a simulated body fluid (Kokubo solution) indicated that only calcium-containing hybrids could form apatite on their surfaces. Thus the presence of calcium ions was no less important to deposit apatite than the formation of silanol groups or Si-O-Si bonds.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 745-748 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 1-3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2000 |
Event | 10th International Workshop pn Glass and Ceramics, Hybrids and Nanocomposites from Gels - Yokohama, Jpn Duration: Sept 20 1999 → Sept 24 1999 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Ceramics and Composites
- General Chemistry
- Biomaterials
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Materials Chemistry