Molecular Engineering: Directing Biological Response

November 22-24, 1996

Santa Barbara, California

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The Division of Polymer Chemistry of the American Chemical Society is offering an interdisciplinary workshop on Biomedical Polymers. Historically, polymer chemists and materials scientists led novel developments in biomaterials science via their creation of new materials. Physical properties such as strength, elasticity and permeability could be engineered based upon well-established rules. But, what surface structures are needed to give a specific biologic response? A new model will be proposed in this workshop: a collaboration between materials scientists and biologists to produce a new generation of biospecific biomaterials.

By controlling molecular order, supramolecular structure and organic chemistry, polymer surface properties, bulk properties and morphologies can be tailored to trigger specific biological response. This workshop will be concerned with the development of strategies towards the developments of polymeric systems to elicit precise, controllable bioresponses. The workshop immediately precedes the Polymer Division's 18th Biennial Symposium to be held at the same location on November 25-27. The workshop will be targeted for both the academic and industrial communities, with special emphasis on highlighting opportunities in biomedical polymers. The organizers seek to maximize interaction between players in diverse disciplines including biochemistry, bioengineering, medicine, tissue engineering, biotechnology, polymers, pharmacology, surface studies and artificial devices. Tutorial lectures will be given, along with state-of-the-art research presentations. Medical scientists will introduce problems and offer perspectives on the novel approaches to be presented. Panel discussions will give further focus on directions for current research and clinical therapeutics. The organizers especially want to target interaction between the polymer scientists, clinical scientists and industrial decision makers. A poster session will constitute an important part of the workshop.

Those interested in presenting their current research findings, or being on the mailing list for continued circulars and registration information, contact either of the Chairs:

Buddy D. Ratner, Center for Bioengineering, Box 351750, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, (206) 685-1005, Fax: (206) 543-3778 e-mail: ratner@cheme.washington.edu .

Bill M. Culbertson, College of Dentistry, The Ohio State University, 305 W. 12th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210, (614) 292-0777, Fax: (614) 292-9422, culbertson.4@osu.edu.

HOUSING & REGISTRATION

The 1996 Biennial will be held at Fess Parker's Red Lion Resort in Santa Barbara, California. The Red Lion Resort is located on the ocean front in Santa Barbara, California, at 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard. This beachfront area, called the American Riviera, is blessed with the sunshine 300 days a year, and 35 miles of shell-white sand beach. Every amenity and recreational activity is available at this world-class property. Santa Barbara Airport is located only 15 minutes from the hotel and is served by American Eagle, Skywest/Delta Connections, United, United Express and USAIR Express. A complimentary airport shuttle is available to and from the Red Lion Resort and the Santa Barbara Airport. The resort is situated off scenic highway 101, 92 miles north of Los Angeles and 332 mile south of San Francisco. Travel north on 101 and exit on Cabrillo Boulevard or if traveling south on 101, exit on Castillo Street. The resort features tennis (day and night), an exercise room, spa, pool, basketball court and bicycle/rollerblade rentals. Golfers have their pick of neighboring courses. Across the street from the resort, the 22 mile Cabrillo Path unwinds for runners, walkers and cyclists. Transportation is available to and from the Los Angeles International Airport via the Santa Barbara Airbus (seven round trips daily). Contact the Airbus at (805) 964-7759 for schedule and fare information.

The advanced registration fee is $525 per participant ($150 per non-participating guest) and includes breakfasts, all conference materials, receptions, and coffee breaks.

To register for the workshop, please send a completed registration form and remittance, made payable to the ACS Division of Polymer Chemistry, Inc., to: Neta L. Byerly; Division of Polymer Chemistry, Inc.; 1103 Hahn Hall; Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Blacksburg, VA 24061-0344. Phone (540) 231-3029; Fax: (540) 231-9452; nbyerly@vt.edu.

Hotel reservations should be made directly to the reservations department of the Red Lion Inn; (800) 879-2929 or (805) 564-4333; Fax: (805) 564-4964. Attendees are advised to ask for the group rate for the Polymer Chemistry Division of ACS - $93.00/night, single; $96.00/night, double. Ask for the Biomaterials Workshop.

American Airlines is offering 5% off any special fare and 10% off full fares to conference participants. Ticket reservations can be made with American Airlines by calling (800) 433-1790 and asking to speak with the meeting service desk. Refer to the star record S21N6AC.

SPEAKER PROGRAM

Friday, November 22, 1996
The Biology of Biomaterials
8:30 1 An Introduction to Biocompatibility and Directing Biological Response. B. Ratner
9:15 2 Inflammation, the Foreign Body Reaction and Healing. J. Anderson
10:00 Coffee Break
10:15 3 Proteins and Cells at Polymeric Surfaces. T. Horbett
11:00 4 Specificity and Recognition. F. Arnold
1:15 5 Cell Signalling and Cell Trafficking. D. Lauffenberger
2:00 6 Porosity and Texture in the Control of Biological Response. J. Brauker
2:45 Coffee Break
3:00 7 Protein and Cell-Resistant Surfaces. A. S. Hoffman
3:45 8 Immobilization of Biomolecules for Surface Recognition. J. Hubbell
4:30 - 6:00 Poster Session

Saturday, November 23, 1996
Polymeric Biomaterials for Recognition and Specificity
8:30 9 Self-Assembly in Polymers. D. Grainger
9:15 10 Multilayer Polymeric Structures. S. Stupp
10:00 11 Scanning Force Microscopy in Molecular Engineering of Polymers. A. Takahara
10:30 Coffee Break
10:45 12 Biological Adhesion at Interfaces. M. Tirrell
11:30 13 Poly(lactic acid-co-annino acid). J. Hrkach
Polymeric Biomaterials for Recognition and Specificity
1:30 14 Contributed Lecture (TBA)
2:00 15 Nano-Patterning of Organic Surfaces. G. Whitesides
2:45 16 Peptides for Directing Healing. W. Craig
3:15 Coffee Break
3:45 17 Cells on Self-Assembled Films. C. Tidwell
4:15 18 Neurons on Patterned Microstructures. R. Potember
4:45 - 6:00 Panel Discussion
6:00 - 7:15 Posters and Mixer

Sunday, November 24, 1996
Polymeric Biomaterials Applications
8:30 19 Proteins on Patterned Surfaces. J. Lhoest
9:15 20 Tissue Engineering. L. Cima
9:45 21 Tissue Engineering-Clinical Perspective. P. Johnson
10:30 Coffee Break
11:00-12:00 Panel Discussion

Registration Form

Molecular Engineering of Polymers Workshop

November 22-24, 1996 - Santa Barbara, California

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