The present title �Tissue Engineering� is a fast growing area of research from majors or carrers in physics, chemistry, mathematics and engineering as well as animal, plant, cell biology and medicine. The overall objective of this publication is to provide a professional level reference work with comprehensive coverage of the molecular basis of life and the application of that knowledge in genetics, biotechnology, medicine, and agriculture. Special emphasis has been concentrated on the fundamentals of the subject. All related students will find this well established text eminently suitable for introductory courses. Professional tissue engineers, researchers, and students may find it useful for updating, and reference purposes.