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Theses, Ph.D

Disciplines

1.4 CHEMICAL SCIENCES

Publication Details

A thesis submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Technological University Dublin, 2025.

doi:10.21427/h6tg-tj40

Abstract

Hip implant failure remains a critical concern in healthcare, primarily driven by poor bone integration and bacterial infection. These issues contribute to a rising number of revision surgeries, posing significant challenges that must be addressed, particularly in light of an ageing global population. Titanium surface anodisation emerges as a promising solution for biomedical applications, offering a cost-effective, controllable, and efficient process. The anodisation technique results in the formation of titanium dioxide nanotubes (TiO2 NTs) on the metal surface. These nanostructures offer several advantages, including enhanced mechanical properties, and potential for surface modification through the incorporation of antibacterial and osteoinductive properties. By leveraging these benefits, TiO2 NTs have the potential to significantly enhance the longevity and success rates of hip implants. This approach addresses the primary causes of implant failure while offering a scalable and adaptable solution.

DOI

https://doi.org/10.21427/h6tg-tj40

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