Silk Polymers : Materials Science and Biotechnology

Characterizes the mechanical and molecular structure of silks with an emphasis on development and application of high-performance and composite materials.

Discusses the synthesis of native and synthetic silks and silk-like materials, with particular focus on genetic encoding and engineering.

Examines the structure-property relationship of silks and silk-like materials.

Serves as an aid in the design of polymers targeted for specific functions.