Advanced Materials Open New Possibilities for Medical Devices

Materials innovations are shaping the next generation of medical devices. In this Q&A, Jeremy Schaffer, director of research and development at Fort Wayne Metals, discusses how advances in titanium, nickel-titanium, surface engineering, and smart materials are helping device developers improve performance, miniaturization, durability, and patient outcomes. He also addresses sustainability, scale-up challenges, and the collaborations needed to move promising materials from research into real-world medical use.