Assertion: polysaccharide's material | /r/HasProperty | processed
Facets:
value: easily
type: MANNER
value: in order to tailor the mechanical properties
type: PURPOSE
Source sentences:
text: In order for a biodegradable polymer to be used as a therapeutic, it must meet several criteria: 1) be non-toxic in order to eliminate foreign body response; 2) the time it takes for the polymer to degrade is proportional to the time required for therapy; 3) the products resulting from biodegredation are not cytotoxic and are readily eliminated from the body; 4) the material must be easily processed in order to tailor the mechanical properties for the required task; 5) be easily sterilized; and 6) have acceptable shelf life.