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• The effect of adding organic polymers on the handling properties, strengths and bioactivity of a Ca-Sr-Zn-Si glass polyalkenoate cement 

  Wren, A.W.; Cummins, Niamh M.; Coughlan, A.; Towler, M.R. (Springer-Verlag, 2010)

  This work demonstrates the addition of a number of naturally occurring proteins/polymers to a Zinc based Glass Polyalkenoate Cements (GPCs). Chitin (Chi.) Collagen (Col.), Cysteine (Cys.) and Keratin (Ker.) were added with ...
• A spectroscopic investigation into the setting and mechanical properties of titanium containing glass polyalkenoate cements 

  Wren, A.W.; Kidari, A; Cummins, Niamh M.; Towler, M.R. (Springer-Verlag, 2010)

  Titanium (Ti) implants are extensively used in a number of biomedical and dental applications. This work introduces Ti into the glass phase of a zinc based Glass Polyalkenoate Cement (GPC) and investigates changes in ...
• Developing novel prognostic biomarkers for multivariate fracture risk prediction algorithms 

  Poku, E.K.; Towler, M.R.; Cummins, Niamh M.; Newman, J.D. (Springer-Verlag, 2012)

  Multivariate prediction algorithms such as FRAX® and QFractureScores provide an opportunity for new prognostic biomarkers to be developed and incorporated, potentially leading to better fracture prediction. As more research ...
• The bioactivity and ion release of titanium-containing glass polyalkenoate cements for medical applications 

  Wren, A.W.; Cummins, Niamh M.; Laffir, Fathima R.; Hudson, Sarah P.; Towler, M.R. (Springer-Verlag, 2011)

  The ion release profiles and bioactivity of a series of Ti containing glass polyalkenoate cements (GPCs). Characterization revealed each material to be amorphous with a Tg in the region of 650-660ºC. The network connectivity ...
• Comparison of antibacterial properties of commercial bone cements and fillers with a zinc based glass polyalkenoate cement 

  Wren, A.W.; Cummins, Niamh M.; Towler, M.R. (Springer-Verlag, 2010)

  Postoperative infection following invasive surgical procedures is a significant cause for concern, particularly in spinal reconstructive surgery. The objective of the study was to compare the antibacterial efficacy of a ...