Founded in 1997, Bacterin International specializes in the field of biomaterials research, development and commercialization. It offers tissue constructs and bioactive-coated devices to the medical device manufacturers. The company designs, tests and licenses bioactive coatings for medical applications. Additionally, it provides anti-infective coatings for medical devices to prevent microbial formation and reduce infection rates. The company s proprietary bioactive coatings can be applied to medical products to release bioactive molecules and antimicrobial and other suitable drugs. Bacterin International develops novel coatings for products to be used in the presence of different body fluids. Its coatings contain heparin that can be used to prevent clotting on the surface of vascular catheters. The company is located in Belgrade, Mont.