[C]hapters are well structured and easy to read and digest. … [T]he terminology relating to physiological systems and cell biology concepts are clearly defined. Overall the book is well written and provides a good instruction and overview of tissue engineering … . … [T]he aim of producing a concise reference has been achieved.
- Food and Bioproducts Processing, 2004, 82 (2)

The style of the book presents a well-balanced and open feel. The state-of-the-art topics reviews are relevant and of interest … . The thoroughness and objectivity of the reviewed literature is commendable. … Consisting of contributions from highly respected international 'gurus' in the field of tissue and organ engineering, the editors have offered a useful reference and research tool for current and future tissue bioengineers.
- IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology, Vol. 23, No. 4, July/Aug 2004