Abstract: Calcium phosphate nanowhisker particles, methods of making and method of using are described.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for forming carbonated calcium hydroxyapatite. The disclosed method can be used for forming bone cements or optionally cast, cured scaffolds such as may be used in many medical applications, including as implants for bone damage caused by, for instance, trauma, disease, or surgical excision due to disease. The cured materials include an interconnected network including both microporosity and macroporosity. The disclosed materials can be very similar in both chemical and physical make-up to natural bone mineral. The invention is also directed to systems that can be used for conveniently carrying out the disclosed methods.

Abstract: Monolithic metallic parts having a dense core surrounded by a porous periphery. Metallic parts having a dense core surrounded by a porous periphery characterized by a multitude of interconnected pores. Dental implants and other prosthesis using such metal parts as a substrate coated with a bioactive material. Microwave sintering a compacted metal powder to produce such parts and prosthesis.

Abstract: Monoclithic metallic parts having a dense core surrounded by a porous preiphery. Metallic parts having a dense core surrounded by a porous periphery characterized by a multitude of interconnected pores. Dental implants and other prosthesis using such metal parts as a substrate coated with a bioactive material. Microwave sintering a compacted metal powder to produce such parts and prosthesis.