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Author: Thor Rollins



Thor Rollins is a certified microbiologist and specializes in the selection and conduct of in vitro and in vivo biocompatibility tests. He actively speaks on biocompatibility related topics through Nelson Labs’ external seminars, webinars, and tradeshows.


May 18, 2017

Is Your Biocompatibility Program on the Edge?

Regulatory changes in both Europe and the U.S. have created uncertainty among device makers. Read Full Story

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May 10, 2017

Considerations for Sterilization and Biocompatibility of 3D-Printed Orthopedic Devices

Download this whitepaper to learn about the various biocompatibility and sterilization considerations surrounding 3D-printed orthopedic devices. 3D-printed orthopedic medical devices are gaining attention and popularity due to their potential for enhanced biocompatibility, customizability, and cost-effectiveness. As of late 2015, FDA...

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April 3, 2017

Extractable/Leachable Chemistry Testing Strategies for Medical Devices

It has become more prevalent and acceptable to use the results of chemistry testing to assess the overall biocompatibility of medical devices. For many devices with prolonged or permanent patient contact, chemistry followed by toxicological assessment can provide a cost...

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September 8, 2016

How Chemical Characterization Can Supplement and Support Biocompatibility Testing

Download this whitepaper to examine the various ways in which chemical characterization can augment and refine the biocompatibility testing process. Using analytical chemistry and data from the compound libraries to assess the finished device can yield more specific data about...

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August 4, 2014

How the New FDA Biocompatibility Testing Guidance Could Affect You

Meant to replace FDA’s 1995 G95 document, the new draft guidance document is the most expansive presentation of testing standards affecting the medical device industry in more than 18 years.

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