Definition of "biocompatibility" []

• The property of being biologically compatible by not producing a toxic, injurious, or immunological response in living tissue: As a result of its strength and biocompatibility, the material is often used in medical devices. (noun)

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• "The primary objectives of this position are to design experiments to accurately measure the release of nanoparticles from these materials in-vitro and in-vivo in order to inform our understanding of the long-term biocompatibility and associated nanofiller biodistribution."
• "The researchers will look for metals with strong biocompatibility and efficiency, among other attributes."
• "As a result of their versatility, moldability and biocompatibility, 'plastics' are an increasingly important tool for today's plastic surgeon."