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Olăreț E, Dinescu S, Dobranici AE, Ginghină RE, Voicu G, Mihăilescu M, Curti F, Banciu DD, Sava B, Amarie S, Lungu A, Stancu IC, Mastalier BSM. Osteoblast responsive biosilica-enriched gelatin microfibrillar microenvironments. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2024; 161:213894. [PMID: 38796956 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2024.213894] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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Engineering of scaffolds for bone regeneration is often inspired by the native extracellular matrix mimicking its composite fibrous structure. In the present study, we used low loadings of diatomite earth (DE) biosilica to improve the bone regeneration potential of gelatin electrospun fibrillar microenvironments. We explored the effect of increasing the DE content from 1 % to 3 % and 5 %, respectively, on the physico-chemical properties of the fibrous scaffolds denoted FG_DE1, FG_DE3, FG_DE5, regarding the aqueous media affinity, stability under simulated physiological conditions, morphology characteristics, and local mechanical properties at the surface. The presence of biosilica generated composite structures with lower swelling degrees and higher stiffness when compared to gelatin fibers. Increasing DE content led to higher Young modulus, while the stability of the protein matrix in PBS, at 37 °C, over 21 was significantly decreased by the presence of diatomite loadings. The best preosteoblast response was obtained for FG_DE3, with enhanced mineralization during the osteogenic differentiation when compared to the control sample without diatomite. 5 % DE in FG_DE5 proved to negatively influence cells' metabolic activity and morphology. Hence, the obtained composite microfibrillar scaffolds might find application as osteoblast-responsive materials for bone tissue engineering.
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Affiliation(s)
- Elena Olăreț
- Advanced Polymer Materials Group, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania; Research Institute of the University of Bucharest (ICUB), 050663 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania
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- Research and Innovation Center for CBRN Defense and Ecology, 041327 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; Faculty of Applied Sciences, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
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- Advanced Polymer Materials Group, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; Zentiva SA, 50, Theodor Pallady, 032266 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Advanced Polymer Materials Group, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Advanced Polymer Materials Group, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; Faculty of Medical Engineering, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania.
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- University of Medicine and Pharmacy Carol Davila, Bucharest, Romania; Department of General Surgery, Colentina Clinical Hospital, 072202 Bucharest, Romania
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Müller WEG, Neufurth M, Wang S, Schröder HC, Wang X. The Physiological Inorganic Polymers Biosilica and Polyphosphate as Key Drivers for Biomedical Materials in Regenerative Nanomedicine. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:1303-1337. [PMID: 38348175 PMCID: PMC10860874 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s446405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
Abstract
There is a need for novel nanomaterials with properties not yet exploited in regenerative nanomedicine. Based on lessons learned from the oldest metazoan phylum, sponges, it has been recognized that two previously ignored or insufficiently recognized principles play an essential role in tissue regeneration, including biomineral formation/repair and wound healing. Firstly, the dependence on enzymes as a driving force and secondly, the availability of metabolic energy. The discovery of enzymatic synthesis and regenerative activity of amorphous biosilica that builds the mineral skeleton of siliceous sponges formed the basis for the development of successful strategies for the treatment of osteochondral impairments in humans. In addition, the elucidation of the functional significance of a second regeneratively active inorganic material, namely inorganic polyphosphate (polyP) and its amorphous nanoparticles, present from sponges to humans, has pushed forward the development of innovative materials for both soft (skin, cartilage) and hard tissue (bone) repair. This energy-rich molecule exhibits a property not shown by any other biopolymer: the delivery of metabolic energy, even extracellularly, necessary for the ATP-dependent tissue regeneration. This review summarizes the latest developments in nanobiomaterials based on these two evolutionarily old, regeneratively active materials, amorphous silica and amorphous polyP, highlighting their specific, partly unique properties and mode of action, and discussing their possible applications in human therapy. The results of initial proof-of-concept studies on patients demonstrating complete healing of chronic wounds are outlined.
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- Werner E G Müller
- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Germany
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Moreno Florez AI, Malagon S, Ocampo S, Leal-Marin S, Gil González JH, Diaz-Cano A, Lopera A, Paucar C, Ossa A, Glasmacher B, Peláez-Vargas A, Garcia C. Antibacterial and osteoinductive properties of wollastonite scaffolds impregnated with propolis produced by additive manufacturing. Heliyon 2024; 10:e23955. [PMID: 38205336 PMCID: PMC10777370 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e23955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Biocompatible ceramic scaffolds offer a promising approach to address the challenges in bone reconstruction. Wollastonite, well-known for its exceptional biocompatibility, has attracted significant attention in orthopedics and craniofacial fields. However, the antimicrobial properties of wollastonite have contradictory findings, necessitating further research to enhance its antibacterial characteristics. This study aimed to explore a new approach to improve in vitro biological response in terms of antimicrobial activity and cell proliferation by taking advantage of additive manufacturing for the development of scaffolds with complex geometries by 3D printing using propolis-modified wollastonite. The scaffolds were designed with a TPMS (Triply Periodic Minimal Surface) gyroid geometric shape and 3D printed prior to impregnation with propolis extract. The paste formulation was characterized by rheometric measurements, and the presence of propolis was confirmed by FTIR spectroscopy. The scaffolds were comprehensively assessed for their mechanical strength. The biological characterization involved evaluating the antimicrobial effects against Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis, employing Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC), Zone of Inhibition (ZOI), and biofilm formation assays. Additionally, SaOs-2 cultures were used to study cell proliferation (Alamar blue assay), and potential osteogenic was tested (von Kossa, Alizarin Red, and ALP stainings) at different time points. Propolis impregnation did not compromise the mechanical properties of the scaffolds, which exhibited values comparable to human trabecular bone. Propolis incorporation conferred antibacterial activity against both Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis. The implementation of TPMS gyroid geometry in the scaffold design demonstrated favorable cell proliferation with increased metabolic activity and osteogenic potential after 21 days of cell cultures.
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- Ana Isabel Moreno Florez
- Grupo de Cerámicos y Vítreos, Universidad Nacional de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 050034, Colombia
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 055422, Colombia
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- Grupo de Cerámicos y Vítreos, Universidad Nacional de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 050034, Colombia
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- Institute for Multiphase Processes (IMP), Leibniz University Hannover, Garbsen, Germany, Lower Saxony Center for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development, Hannover, Germany
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- Departamento de ingeniería agrícola y alimentos. Facultad de ciencias agrarias. Universidad Nacional de Colombia sede Medellín, Colombia
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- Grupo de Cerámicos y Vítreos, Universidad Nacional de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 050034, Colombia
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- Grupo de Nanoestructuras y Física Aplicada (NANOUPAR), Universidad Nacional de Colombia, La Paz 202017, Colombia
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- Grupo de Cerámicos y Vítreos, Universidad Nacional de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 050034, Colombia
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- School of Applied Sciences and Engineering, Universidad Eafit, Medellín 050022, Colombia
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- Institute for Multiphase Processes (IMP), Leibniz University Hannover, Garbsen, Germany, Lower Saxony Center for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development, Hannover, Germany
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 055422, Colombia
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- Grupo de Cerámicos y Vítreos, Universidad Nacional de Colombia sede Medellín, Medellín 050034, Colombia
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Dos Santos Jorge Sousa K, Parisi JR, de Souza A, Cruz MDA, Erbereli R, de Araújo Silva J, do Espirito Santo G, do Amaral GO, Martignago CCS, Fortulan CA, Granito RN, Renno ACM. 3D Printed Scaffolds Manufactured with Biosilica from Marine Sponges for Bone Healing in a Cranial Defect in Rats. MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2023; 25:259-271. [PMID: 36892731 DOI: 10.1007/s10126-023-10202-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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The inorganic part of marine sponges, called Biosilica (BS), presents an osteogenic potential and the ability of consolidating fractures. Moreover, 3D printing technique is highly effective for manufacturing scaffolds for tissue engineering proposals. Thus, the aims of this study were to characterize the 3D rinted scaffolds, to evaluate the biological effects in vitro and to investigate the in vivo response using an experimental model of cranial defects in rats. The physicochemical characteristics of 3D printed BS scaffolds were analyzed by FTIR, EDS, calcium assay, evaluation of mass loss and pH measurement. For in vitro analysis, the MC3T3-E1 and L929 cells viability was evaluated. For the in vivo evaluation, histopathology, morphometrical and immunohistochemistry analyses were performed in a cranial defect in rats. After the incubation, the 3D printed BS scaffolds presented lower values in pH and mass loss over time. Furthermore, the calcium assay showed an increased Ca uptake. The FTIR analysis indicated the characteristic peaks for materials with silica and the EDS analysis demonstrated the main presence of silica. Moreover, 3D printed BS demonstrated an increase in MC3T3-E1 and L929 cell viability in all periods analyzed. In addition, the histological analysis demonstrated no inflammation in days 15 and 45 post-surgery, and regions of newly formed bone were also observed. The immunohistochemistry analysis demonstrated increased Runx-2 and OPG immunostaining. Those findings support that 3D printed BS scaffolds may improve the process of bone repair in a critical bone defect as a result of stimulation of the newly formed bone.
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- Karolyne Dos Santos Jorge Sousa
- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil.
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- Metropolitan University of Santos (UNIMES), 8 Francisco Glycerio Avenue, 11045002, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Mechanic Engineering, University of São Paulo (USP), 400 Trabalhador São-Carlense Avenue, 13566-590, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Mechanic Engineering, University of São Paulo (USP), 400 Trabalhador São-Carlense Avenue, 13566-590, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), 136 Silva Jardim Street, 11015020, Santos, SP, Brazil
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Liu J, Wu S, Ma J, Liu C, Dai T, Wu X, Zhao H, Zhou D. Polycaprolactone/Gelatin/Hydroxyapatite Electrospun Nanomembrane Materials Incorporated with Different Proportions of Attapulgite Synergistically Promote Bone Formation. Int J Nanomedicine 2022; 17:4087-4103. [PMID: 36105619 PMCID: PMC9467850 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s372247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 08/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Purpose To enhance the osteoinductive effect of Hydroxyapatite (HA) in bone tissue engineering, this study manufactured polycaprolactone (PCL)/gelatin (GEL)/HA nanofibrous scaffolds incorporated with different ratios of attapulgite (ATP): HA (0:3, 0:0, 1:1, 2:1 and 3:0) by high-voltage electrospinning. The synergistic effect exerted by ATP and HA on bone formation was explored both in vivo and in vitro. Methods and Results First, we determined the group composition and crystal structure of the nanosheets by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses. Then, the physical properties of the scaffolds, including the modulus of elasticity, porosity and water absorption were evaluated. Moreover, the surface microstructure of the nanofibrous scaffolds was captured by Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM). The biocompatibility of the fabricated scaffolds represented by cell counting kit 8 (CCK-8) and phalloidin staining was also assessed. Next, in vitro osteogenesis was evaluated. Real-time PCR, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) staining and Alizarin red S (ARS) staining results showed that the materials incorporated with HA and ATP at a ratio of 2:1 synergistically promoted more osteoblastic differentiation and extracellular mineralization than scaffolds doped with HA and ATP alone. Last, in vivo, Hematoxylin-Eosin staining (HE staining) and Masson staining showed that groups treated with HA and ATP acquired optimal patterns of bone regeneration. Conclusion This study clarified for the first time that the combination of HA and ATP orchestrated biomaterial-induced osseointegration, and the synergistic effect was more significant when the ratio of ATP/HA was 2:1. This conclusion also provides new ideas and a scientific basis for the development of functionalized nanomaterials in bone tissue engineering.
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- Jun Liu
- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China.,Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China.,Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China.,Dalian Medical University, Dalian, 116044, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No.2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, 213164, People's Republic of China
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Schröder HC, Wang X, Neufurth M, Wang S, Tan R, Müller WEG. Inorganic Polymeric Materials for Injured Tissue Repair: Biocatalytic Formation and Exploitation. Biomedicines 2022; 10:biomedicines10030658. [PMID: 35327460 PMCID: PMC8945818 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10030658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2022] [Revised: 02/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Two biocatalytically produced inorganic biomaterials show great potential for use in regenerative medicine but also other medical applications: bio-silica and bio-polyphosphate (bio-polyP or polyP). Biosilica is synthesized by a group of enzymes called silicateins, which mediate the formation of amorphous hydrated silica from monomeric precursors. The polymeric silicic acid formed by these enzymes, which have been cloned from various siliceous sponge species, then undergoes a maturation process to form a solid biosilica material. The second biomaterial, polyP, has the extraordinary property that it not only has morphogenetic activity similar to biosilica, i.e., can induce cell differentiation through specific gene expression, but also provides metabolic energy through enzymatic cleavage of its high-energy phosphoanhydride bonds. This reaction is catalyzed by alkaline phosphatase, a ubiquitous enzyme that, in combination with adenylate kinase, forms adenosine triphosphate (ATP) from polyP. This article attempts to highlight the biomedical importance of the inorganic polymeric materials biosilica and polyP as well as the enzymes silicatein and alkaline phosphatase, which are involved in their metabolism or mediate their biological activity.
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- Heinz C. Schröder
- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany; (H.C.S.); (X.W.); (M.N.); (S.W.)
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany; (H.C.S.); (X.W.); (M.N.); (S.W.)
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany; (H.C.S.); (X.W.); (M.N.); (S.W.)
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany; (H.C.S.); (X.W.); (M.N.); (S.W.)
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- Shenzhen Lando Biomaterials Co., Ltd., Building B3, Unit 2B-C, China Merchants Guangming Science Park, Guangming District, Shenzhen 518107, China;
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany; (H.C.S.); (X.W.); (M.N.); (S.W.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +49-6131-3925910
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El-Newehy MH, Kim HY, Khattab TA, Abdulhameed MM, El-Naggar ME. Fabrication, microstructure characterization, and degradation performance of electrospun mats based on poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3 hydroxyvalerate)/polyethylene glycol blend for potential tissue engineering. LUMINESCENCE 2021; 37:323-331. [PMID: 34871472 DOI: 10.1002/bio.4174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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There have been strong demands for nanofibrous scaffolds fabricated by electrospinning for various fields due to their various advantages. Electrospun poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) fibre mats were prepared. The effects of processing variables as well as the inclusion of poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) on the morphologies of generated fibres were investigated using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy. The average fibrous diameter was monitored in the range 400-3000 nm relying on the total content of PEG. The fluorescence cell imaging of electrospun mats was also explored. The results of cell viability demonstrated that skin fibroblast BJ-1 cells showed different adhesions and growth rates for the three kinds of PHBV fibres. Electrospun PHBV mats with low amount of PEG offer a high-quality medium for cell growth. Therefore, those mats exhibited high potential for soft tissue engineering, in particular wound healing.
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- Mohamed H El-Newehy
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Nano Convergence Engineering, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Textile Research and Technology, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Institute of Textile Research and Technology, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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Müller WEG, Neufurth M, Lieberwirth I, Muñoz-Espí R, Wang S, Schröder HC, Wang X. Triple-target stimuli-responsive anti-COVID-19 face mask with physiological virus-inactivating agents. Biomater Sci 2021; 9:6052-6063. [PMID: 34190748 PMCID: PMC8439182 DOI: 10.1039/d1bm00502b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Conventional face masks to prevent SARS-CoV-2 transmission are mostly based on a passive filtration principle. Ideally, anti-COVID-19 masks should protect the carrier not only by size exclusion of virus aerosol particles, but also be able to capture and destroy or inactivate the virus. Here we present the proof-of-concept of a filter mat for such a mask, which actively attracts aerosol droplets and kills the virus. The electrospun mats are made of polycaprolactone (PCL) a hydrophilic, functionalizable and biodegradable polyester, into which inorganic polyphosphate (polyP) a physiological biocompatible, biodegradable and antivirally active polymer (chain length, ∼40 Pi units) has been integrated. A soluble Na-polyP as well as amorphous calcium polyP nanoparticles (Ca-polyP-NP) have been used. In this composition, the polyP component of the polyP-PCL mats is stable in aqueous protein-free environment, but capable of transforming into a gel-like coacervate upon contact with divalent cations and protein like mucin present in (virus containing) aerosol droplets. In addition, the Ca-polyP-NP are used as a carrier of tretinoin (all-trans retinoic acid) which blocks the function of the SARS-CoV-2 envelope (E) protein, an ion channel forming viroporin. The properties of this novel mask filter mats are as follows: First, to attract and to trap virus-like particles during the polyP coacervate formation induced in situ by aerosol droplets on the spun PCL fibers, as shown here by using SARS-CoV-2 mimicking fluorescent nanoparticles. Second, after disintegration the NP by the aerosol-mucus constituents, to release polyP that binds to and abolishes the function of the receptor binding domain of the viral spike protein. Third, to destroy the virus by releasing tretinoin, as shown by the disruption of virus-mimicking liposomes with the integrated recombinant viral viroporin. It is proposed that these properties, which are inducible (stimuli responsive), will allow the design of antiviral masks that are smart.
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- Werner E G Müller
- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
- NanotecMARIN GmbH, D-55128 Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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- Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, D-55128 Mainz, Germany
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- Institute of Materials Science (ICMUV), Universitat de València, C/Catedràtic José Beltrán 2, 46980 Paterna, València, Spain
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
- NanotecMARIN GmbH, D-55128 Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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Estrada‐Villaseñor E, Valdés‐Flores M, Meneses‐García A, Silva‐Bermudez P, Pichardo‐Bahena R, Ostoa‐Saloma P, Mercado‐Celis G, Delgado‐Cedillo ED, Olivos‐Meza A, Landa‐Solís C. A novel model to culture cells from giant cell tumor of bone using three-dimensional (3D) polycaprolactone scaffold. Eng Life Sci 2021; 21:539-543. [PMID: 34584518 PMCID: PMC8456323 DOI: 10.1002/elsc.202100020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2021] [Revised: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Two-dimensional (2D) culture of cells from giant cell tumor of bone (GCTB) is affected by loss of the multinucleated giant cells in subsequent passages. Therefore, there is limited time to study GCTB with all its histological components in 2D culture. Here, we explored the possibility of culturing GCTB cells on a polycaprolactone (PCL)-printed scaffold. We also evaluated the viability of the cultured cells and their adherence to the PCL scaffold at day 14 days using immunofluorescence analysis with calcein, vinculin, and phalloidin. Using the histological technique with hematoxylin and eosin staining, we observed all the histological components of GCTB in this 3D model. Immunohistochemical assays with cathepsin K, p63, and receptor activator of nuclear factor (NF)-κB ligand (RANKL) yielded positive results in this construct, which allowed us to confirm that the seeded cells maintained the expression of GCTB markers. Based on these findings, we concluded that the PCL scaffold is an efficient model to culture GCTB cells, and the cell viability and adherence to the scaffold can be preserved for up to 14 days. Moreover, this model can also be used in subsequent studies to assess in vitro cell-cell interactions and antineoplastic efficacy of certain agents to establish a treatment against GCTB.
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- Genetics LaboratoryNational Institute of Rehabilitation Luis Guillermo Ibarra IbarraMexico CityMexico
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- Tissue Engineering and Cell Therapy UnitNational Institute of Rehabilitation Luis Guillermo Ibarra IbarraMexico CityMexico
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- Pathology ServiceNational Institute of Rehabilitation Luis Guillermo Ibarra IbarraMexico CityMexico
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- Department of ImmunologyInstitute of Biomedical ResearchNational Autonomous University of MexicoMexico CityMexico
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- Laboratory of Clinical GenomicsDivision of Graduate Studies and ResearchFaculty of OdontologyNational Autonomous University of MexicoMexico CityMexico
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- Sports Orthopedics and ArthroscopyNational Institute of Rehabilitation Luis Guillermo Ibarra IbarraMexico CityMexico
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- Tissue Engineering and Cell Therapy UnitNational Institute of Rehabilitation Luis Guillermo Ibarra IbarraMexico CityMexico
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Mancuso E, Shah L, Jindal S, Serenelli C, Tsikriteas ZM, Khanbareh H, Tirella A. Additively manufactured BaTiO 3 composite scaffolds: A novel strategy for load bearing bone tissue engineering applications. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 126:112192. [PMID: 34082989 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2021.112192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2021] [Revised: 05/09/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Piezoelectric ceramics, such as BaTiO3, have gained considerable attention in bone tissue engineering applications thanks to their biocompatibility, ability to sustain a charged surface as well as improve bone cells' adhesion and proliferation. However, the poor processability and brittleness of these materials hinder the fabrication of three-dimensional scaffolds for load bearing tissue engineering applications. For the first time, this study focused on the fabrication and characterisation of BaTiO3 composite scaffolds by using a multi-material 3D printing technology. Polycaprolactone (PCL) was selected and used as dispersion phase for its low melting point, easy processability and wide adoption in bone tissue engineering. The proposed single-step extrusion-based strategy enabled a faster and solvent-free process, where raw materials in powder forms were mechanically mixed and subsequently fed into the 3D printing system for further processing. PCL, PCL/hydroxyapatite and PCL/BaTiO3 composite scaffolds were successfully produced with high level of consistency and an inner architecture made of seamlessly integrated layers. The inclusion of BaTiO3 ceramic particles (10% wt.) significantly improved the mechanical performance of the scaffolds (54 ± 0.5 MPa) compared to PCL/hydroxyapatite scaffolds (40.4 ± 0.1 MPa); moreover, the presence of BaTiO3 increased the dielectric permittivity over the entire frequency spectrum and tested temperatures. Human osteoblasts Saos-2 were seeded on scaffolds and cellular adhesion, proliferation, differentiation and deposition of bone-like extracellular matrix were evaluated. All tested scaffolds (PCL, PCL/hydroxyapatite and PCL/BaTiO3) supported cell growth and viability, preserving the characteristic cellular osteoblastic phenotype morphology, with PCL/BaTiO3 composite scaffolds exhibiting higher mineralisation (ALP activity) and deposited bone-like extracellular matrix (osteocalcin and collagen I). The single-step multi-material additive manufacturing technology used for the fabrication of electroactive PCL/BaTiO3 composite scaffolds holds great promise for sustainability (reduced material waste and manufacturing costs) and it importantly suggests PCL/BaTiO3 scaffolds as promising candidates for load bearing bone tissue engineering applications to solve unmet clinical needs.
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- Elena Mancuso
- Nanotechnology and Integrated Bio-Engineering Centre (NIBEC), Ulster University, Shore Road, BT37 0QB Newtownabbey, United Kingdom.
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- Division of Pharmacy and Optometry, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health (FMBH), University of Manchester, Oxford Road, M13 9PT Manchester, United Kingdom
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- Nanotechnology and Integrated Bio-Engineering Centre (NIBEC), Ulster University, Shore Road, BT37 0QB Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
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- Nanotechnology and Integrated Bio-Engineering Centre (NIBEC), Ulster University, Shore Road, BT37 0QB Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath, BA2 7AY Bath, United Kingdom
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- Division of Pharmacy and Optometry, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health (FMBH), University of Manchester, Oxford Road, M13 9PT Manchester, United Kingdom.
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Pulp tissue reaction to a self-adhesive, resin-based direct pulp capping material containing surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer filler. Dent Mater 2021; 37:972-982. [PMID: 33744000 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2021.02.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2020] [Revised: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 02/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate the effect of direct pulp capping using an experimental self-adhesive resin for direct pulp capping (SRD) containing silica and surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer (S-PRG) filler on pulpal healing and to monitor the dentin bridge formation in rat pulp 2-4 weeks after operation. METHODS Five types of SRDs (SRD-0: S-PRG fillers 0 wt%; SRD-1: S-PRG fillers 9.1 wt%; SRD-2: S-PRG fillers 18.4 wt%; SRD-3: S-PRG fillers 27.8 wt%; and SRD-6: S-PRG fillers 57.4 wt%) were prepared, and mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) was used as control (n = 8). Direct pulp capping was performed on rats that were sacrificed for further evaluation 2 or 4 weeks after the operation. The pulp tissue disorganization (PTD), inflammatory cell infiltration (ICI), and reparative dentin formation were histopathologically evaluated; the data were statistically analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis and the Mann-Whitney U tests. RESULTS The histopathological evaluation of SRD-1-treated test animals 2 weeks post-operation revealed inferior PTD and ICI when compared with that of MTA. Even 4 weeks after the operation in SRD-1- and SRD-2-treated rats, the PTD and ICI were inferior when compared with those of MTA. The dental specimens of SRD-0 and MTA showed orthodentin formation, whereas SRD-treated test animals showed osteodentin formation at a position slightly deeper than the site of the pulpal exposure. SIGNIFICANCE The reparative dentin formed by SRD-0 and MTA was genuine, whereas that formed by SRD-3 and SRD-6 was ossified and ectopic. SRD may have the potential to be utilized clinically as a direct pulp capping material.
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Abdelhamid MAA, Pack SP. Biomimetic and bioinspired silicifications: Recent advances for biomaterial design and applications. Acta Biomater 2021; 120:38-56. [PMID: 32447061 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2020.05.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2020] [Revised: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The rational design and controllable synthesis of functional silica-based materials have gained increased interest in a variety of biomedical and biotechnological applications due to their unique properties. The current review shows that marine organisms, such as siliceous sponges and diatoms, could be the inspiration for the fabrication of advanced biohybrid materials. Several biomolecules were involved in the molecular mechanism of biosilicification in vivo. Mimicking their behavior, functional silica-based biomaterials have been generated via biomimetic and bioinspired silicification in vitro. Additionally, several advanced technologies were developed for in vitro and in vivo immobilization of biomolecules with potential applications in biocatalysis, biosensors, bioimaging, and immunoassays. A thin silica layer could coat a single living cell or virus as a protective shell offering new opportunities in biotechnology and nanomedicine fields. Promising nanotechnologies have been developed for drug encapsulation and delivery in a targeted and controlled manner, in particular for poorly soluble hydrophobic drugs. Moreover, biomimetic silica, as a morphogenetically active biocompatible material, has been utilized in the field of bone regeneration and in the development of biomedical implantable devices. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: In nature, silica-based biomaterials, such as diatom frustules and sponge spicules, with high mechanical and physical properties were created under biocompatible conditions. The fundamental knowledge underlying the molecular mechanisms of biosilica formation could inspire engineers and chemists to design novel hybrid biomaterials using molecular biomimetic strategies. The production of such biohybrid materials brings the biosilicification field closer to practical applications. This review starts with the biosilicification process of sponges and diatoms with recently updated researches. Then, this article covers recent advances in the design of silica-based biomaterials and their potential applications in the fields of biotechnology and nanomedicine, highlighting several promising technologies for encapsulation of functional proteins and living cells, drug delivery and the preparation of scaffolds for bone regeneration.
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- Mohamed A A Abdelhamid
- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Korea University, Sejong-Ro 2511, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea; Department of Botany and Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Minia University, Minia 61519, Egypt
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Korea University, Sejong-Ro 2511, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea.
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Diversity of Electrospinning Approach for Vascular Implants: Multilayered Tubular Scaffolds. REGENERATIVE ENGINEERING AND TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s40883-020-00157-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Eldurini S, Abd El-Hady BM, Shafaa MW, Gad AAM, Tolba E. A multicompartment vascular implant of electrospun wintergreen oil/ polycaprolactone fibers coated with poly(ethylene oxide). Biomed J 2020; 44:589-597. [PMID: 32389823 PMCID: PMC8640569 DOI: 10.1016/j.bj.2020.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2019] [Revised: 02/25/2020] [Accepted: 04/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background The aim of the present study was to fabricate double layered scaffolds of electrospun polycaprolactone (PCL) and poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO). The electrospun PCL fibers were functionalized with wintergreen oil (WO) as a novel approach to prevent vascular grafts failure due to thrombosis by adjusting biomaterial–blood interactions. Methods PCL tubular scaffolds were prepared by electrospinning approach and coated with PEO as a hydrophilic polymer. The single and double layered scaffolds were characterized in terms of their morphological, chemical properties -as well as-hemocompatibility assays (i.e. prothrombin time, hemolysis percentage and platelets adhesion). Moreover, the antioxidant potential of WO-PCL samples were measured by 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl hydrate (DPPH) free radical assay. Results The results demonstrated that incorporation of WO during the electrospinning process decreased the PCL fiber diameter. In addition, the prothrombine time assay shows that WO could be used to lower the electrospun PCL fiber tendency to induce blood clotting. Moreover, SEM observations of platelets adhesion of both single and double layered PCL/PEO scaffolds fiber shows an increase of platelets number, compared with the scaffolds containing WO. Conclusions The antioxidant potential and blood compatibility measurements of WO-PCL/PEO samples highlight the approach made so far as an ideal synthetic small size vascular grafts to overcome autogenous grafts shortages and drawbacks.
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- Shima Eldurini
- Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Molecular Biology Department, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt
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- Polymers and Pigments Department, National Research Center, Cairo, Egypt.
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Gabbai-Armelin PR, Kido HW, Cruz MA, Prado JPS, Avanzi IR, Custódio MR, Renno ACM, Granito RN. Characterization and Cytotoxicity Evaluation of a Marine Sponge Biosilica. MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2019; 21:65-75. [PMID: 30443837 DOI: 10.1007/s10126-018-9858-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2018] [Accepted: 10/22/2018] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Bone fractures characterize an important event in the medical healthcare, being related to traumas, aging, and diseases. In critical conditions, such as extensive bone loss and osteoporosis, the tissue restoration may be compromised and culminate in a non-union consolidation. In this context, the osteogenic properties of biomaterials with a natural origin have gained prominence. Particularly, marine sponges are promising organisms that can be exploited as biomaterials for bone grafts. Thus, the objectives of this study were to study the physicochemical and morphological properties of biosilica (BS) from sponges by using scanning electron microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared, X-ray diffraction (SEM, FTIR and XRD respectively), mineralization, and pH. In addition, tests on an osteoblast precursor cell line (MC3T3-E1) were performed to investigate its cytotoxicity and proliferation in presence of BS. Bioglass (BG) was used as gold standard material for comparison purposes. Sponge BS was obtained, and this fact was proven by SEM, FTIR, and XRD analysis. Calcium assay showed a progressive release of this ion from day 7 and a more balanced pH for BS was maintained compared to BG. Cytotoxicity assay indicated that BS had a positive influence on MC3T3-E1 cells viability and qRT-PCR showed that this material stimulated Runx2 and BMP4 gene expressions. Taken together, the results indicate a potential use of sponge biosilica for tissue engineering applications.
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- P R Gabbai-Armelin
- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Marine Invertebrates Cell Biology, Institute of Biosciences, University of São Paulo (USP), Rua do Matão, 101, São Paulo, SP, 05508-900, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Department of Biosciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Silva Jardim, 136, Santos, SP, 11015-020, Brazil
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Marrella A, Tedeschi G, Giannoni P, Lagazzo A, Sbrana F, Barberis F, Quarto R, Puglisi F, Scaglione S. "Green-reduced" graphene oxide induces in vitro an enhanced biomimetic mineralization of polycaprolactone electrospun meshes. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2018; 93:1044-1053. [PMID: 30274035 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2018.08.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2017] [Revised: 05/22/2018] [Accepted: 08/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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A novel green method for graphene oxide (GO) reduction via ascorbic acid has been adopted to realize bio-friendly reduced graphene oxide (RGO)/polycaprolactone (PCL) nanofibrous meshes, as substrates for bone tissue engineering applications. PCL fibrous mats enriched with either RGO or GO (0.25 wt%) were fabricated to recapitulate the fibrillar structure of the bone extracellular matrix (ECM) and the effects of RGO incorporation on the structural proprieties, biomechanics and bioactivity of the nano-composites meshes were evaluated. RGO/PCL fibrous meshes displayed superior mechanical properties (i.e. Young's Modulus and ultimate tensile strength) besides supporting noticeably improved cell adhesion, spreading and proliferation of fibroblasts and osteoblast-like cell lines. Furthermore, RGO-based electrospun substrates enhanced in vitro calcium deposition in the ECM produced by osteoblast-like cells, which was paralleled, in human mesenchymal stem cells grown onto the same substrates, by an increased expression of the osteogenic markers mandatory for mineralization. In this respect, the capability of graphene-based materials to adsorb osteogenic factors cooperates synergically with the rougher surface of RGO/PCL-based materials, evidenced by AFM analysis, to ignite mineralization of the neodeposited matrix and to promote the osteogenic commitment of the cultured cell in the surrounding microenvironment.
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- Alessandra Marrella
- CNR - National Research Council of Italy, IEIIT Institute, Via De Marini 6, 16149 Genoa, Italy; Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genoa, Largo L.B. Alberti 2, 16132 Genoa, Italy
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- CNR - National Research Council of Italy, IEIIT Institute, Via De Marini 6, 16149 Genoa, Italy; Department of Informatics, Bioengineering, Robotics and Systems Engineering, University of Genova, Via all' Opera Pia 13, 16145 Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genoa, Largo L.B. Alberti 2, 16132 Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Civil, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, University of Genoa, via all'Opera Pia 15, 16145 Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Civil, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, University of Genoa, via all'Opera Pia 15, 16145 Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genoa, Largo L.B. Alberti 2, 16132 Genoa, Italy; IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Genoa, Largo L.B. Alberti 2, 16132 Genoa, Italy
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- CNR - National Research Council of Italy, IEIIT Institute, Via De Marini 6, 16149 Genoa, Italy.
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Nemoto A, Chosa N, Kyakumoto S, Yokota S, Kamo M, Noda M, Ishisaki A. Water-soluble factors eluated from surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer filler promote osteoblastic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells. Mol Med Rep 2018; 17:3448-3454. [PMID: 29257332 PMCID: PMC5802126 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2017.8287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2017] [Accepted: 09/21/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Surface pre-reacted glass‑ionomer (S‑PRG)-containing dental materials, including composite and coating resins have been used for the restoration and/or prevention of dental cavities. S‑PRG is known to have the ability to release aluminum, boron, fluorine, silicon, and strontium ions. Aluminum ions are known to be inhibitors whereas boron, fluorine, silicon, and strontium ions are known to be promoters of mineralization, via osteoblasts. However, it remains to be clarified how an aqueous eluate obtained from S‑PRG containing these ions affects the ability of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), which are known to be present in dental pulp and bone marrow, to differentiate into osteogenic cell types. The present study demonstrated that 200‑ to 1,000‑fold‑diluted aqueous eluates obtained from S‑PRG significantly upregulated the mRNA expression level of the osteogenic differentiation marker alkaline phosphatase in human MSCs (hMSCs) without exhibiting the cytotoxic effect. In addition, the 500‑ to 1,000‑fold‑diluted aqueous eluates obtained from S‑PRG significantly and clearly promoted mineralization of the extracellular matrix of hMSCs. It was additionally demonstrated that hMSCs cultured on the cured resin composites containing S‑PRG fillers exhibited osteogenic differentiation in direct correlation with the weight percent of S‑PRG fillers. These results strongly suggested that aqueous eluates of S‑PRG fillers promoted hard tissue formation by hMSCs, implicating that resins containing S‑PRG may act as a useful biomaterial to cover accidental exposure of dental pulp.
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- Akira Nemoto
- Division of Cellular Biosignal Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 028-3694, Japan
- Division of Operative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Conservative Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 020-8505, Japan
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- Division of Cellular Biosignal Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 028-3694, Japan
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- Division of Cellular Biosignal Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 028-3694, Japan
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- Division of Cellular Biosignal Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 028-3694, Japan
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- Division of Cellular Biosignal Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 028-3694, Japan
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- Division of Operative Dentistry and Endodontics, Department of Conservative Dentistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 020-8505, Japan
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- Division of Cellular Biosignal Sciences, Department of Biochemistry, Iwate Medical University, Iwate 028-3694, Japan
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Rose JC, De Laporte L. Hierarchical Design of Tissue Regenerative Constructs. Adv Healthc Mater 2018; 7:e1701067. [PMID: 29369541 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.201701067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2017] [Revised: 12/01/2017] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The worldwide shortage of organs fosters significant advancements in regenerative therapies. Tissue engineering and regeneration aim to supply or repair organs or tissues by combining material scaffolds, biochemical signals, and cells. The greatest challenge entails the creation of a suitable implantable or injectable 3D macroenvironment and microenvironment to allow for ex vivo or in vivo cell-induced tissue formation. This review gives an overview of the essential components of tissue regenerating scaffolds, ranging from the molecular to the macroscopic scale in a hierarchical manner. Further, this review elaborates about recent pivotal technologies, such as photopatterning, electrospinning, 3D bioprinting, or the assembly of micrometer-scale building blocks, which enable the incorporation of local heterogeneities, similar to most native extracellular matrices. These methods are applied to mimic a vast number of different tissues, including cartilage, bone, nerves, muscle, heart, and blood vessels. Despite the tremendous progress that has been made in the last decade, it remains a hurdle to build biomaterial constructs in vitro or in vivo with a native-like structure and architecture, including spatiotemporal control of biofunctional domains and mechanical properties. New chemistries and assembly methods in water will be crucial to develop therapies that are clinically translatable and can evolve into organized and functional tissues.
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- Jonas C. Rose
- DWI—Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials Forckenbeckstr. 50 Aachen D‐52074 Germany
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- DWI—Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials Forckenbeckstr. 50 Aachen D‐52074 Germany
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Wang X, Ackermann M, Neufurth M, Wang S, Schröder HC, Müller WEG. Morphogenetically-Active Barrier Membrane for Guided Bone Regeneration, Based on Amorphous Polyphosphate. Mar Drugs 2017; 15:E142. [PMID: 28513544 PMCID: PMC5450548 DOI: 10.3390/md15050142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2017] [Revised: 05/04/2017] [Accepted: 05/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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We describe a novel regeneratively-active barrier membrane which consists of a durable electrospun poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) net covered with a morphogenetically-active biohybrid material composed of collagen and inorganic polyphosphate (polyP). The patch-like fibrous collagen structures are decorated with small amorphous polyP nanoparticles (50 nm) formed by precipitation of this energy-rich and enzyme-degradable (alkaline phosphatase) polymer in the presence of calcium ions. The fabricated PCL-polyP/collagen hybrid mats are characterized by advantageous biomechanical properties, such as enhanced flexibility and stretchability with almost unaltered tensile strength of the PCL net. The polyP/collagen material promotes the attachment and increases the viability/metabolic activity of human mesenchymal stem cells compared to cells grown on non-coated mats. The gene expression studies revealed that cells, growing onto polyP/collagen coated mats show a significantly (two-fold) higher upregulation of the steady-state-expression of the angiopoietin-2 gene used as an early marker for wound healing than cells cultivated onto non-coated mats. Based on our results we propose that amorphous polyP, stabilized onto a collagen matrix, might be a promising component of functionally-active barrier membranes for guided tissue regeneration in medicine and dentistry.
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- Xiaohong Wang
- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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- Institute of Functional and Clinical Anatomy, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Johann Joachim Becher Weg 13, D-55099 Mainz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Duesbergweg 6, 55128 Mainz, Germany.
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Schröder HC, Tolba E, Diehl-Seifert B, Wang X, Müller WEG. Electrospinning of Bioactive Wound-Healing Nets. PROGRESS IN MOLECULAR AND SUBCELLULAR BIOLOGY 2017; 55:259-290. [PMID: 28238041 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-51284-6_8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The availability of appropriate dressings for treatment of wounds, in particular chronic wounds, is a task that still awaits better solutions than provided by currently applied materials. The method of electrospinning enables the fabrication of novel materials for wound dressings due to the high surface area and porosity of the electrospun meshes and the possibility to include bioactive ingredients. Recent results show that the incorporation of biologically active inorganic polyphosphate microparticles and microspheres and synergistically acting retinoids into electrospun polymer fibers yields biocompatible and antibacterial mats for potential dressings with improved wound-healing properties. The underlying principles and the mechanism of these new approaches in the therapy wounds, in particular wounds showing impaired healing, as well as for further applications in skin regeneration/repair, are summarized.
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- Heinz C Schröder
- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany.
- NanotecMARIN GmbH, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany
- NanotecMARIN GmbH, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany
- NanotecMARIN GmbH, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Group, Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany.
- NanotecMARIN GmbH, Duesbergweg 6, 55128, Mainz, Germany.
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Cicco SR, Vona D, Gristina R, Sardella E, Ragni R, Lo Presti M, Farinola GM. Biosilica from Living Diatoms: Investigations on Biocompatibility of Bare and Chemically Modified Thalassiosira weissflogii Silica Shells. Bioengineering (Basel) 2016; 3:E35. [PMID: 28952597 PMCID: PMC5597278 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering3040035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2016] [Revised: 12/02/2016] [Accepted: 12/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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In the past decade, mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) with a large surface area and pore volume have attracted considerable attention for their application in drug delivery and biomedicine. Here we propose biosilica from diatoms as an alternative source of mesoporous materials in the field of multifunctional supports for cell growth: the biosilica surfaces were chemically modified by traditional silanization methods resulting in diatom silica microparticles functionalized with 3-mercaptopropyl-trimethoxysilane (MPTMS) and 3-aminopropyl-triethoxysilane (APTES). Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analyses revealed that the -SH or -NH₂ were successfully grafted onto the biosilica surface. The relationship among the type of functional groups and the cell viability was established as well as the interaction of the cells with the nanoporosity of frustules. These results show that diatom microparticles are promising natural biomaterials suitable for cell growth, and that the surfaces, owing to the mercapto groups, exhibit good biocompatibility.
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- Stefania Roberta Cicco
- Italian National Council for Research-Institute for the Chemistry of OrganoMetallic Compounds (CNR-ICCOM)-Bari, Bari 70126, Italy.
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- Department of Chemistry, Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro, Bari 70121, Italy.
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- Department of Chemistry, Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro, Bari 70121, Italy.
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- Department of Chemistry, Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro, Bari 70121, Italy.
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Schröder HC, Grebenjuk VA, Wang X, Müller WEG. Hierarchical architecture of sponge spicules: biocatalytic and structure-directing activity of silicatein proteins as model for bioinspired applications. BIOINSPIRATION & BIOMIMETICS 2016; 11:041002. [PMID: 27452043 DOI: 10.1088/1748-3190/11/4/041002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Since the first description of the silicateins, a group of enzymes that mediate the formation of the amorphous, hydrated biosilica of the skeleton of the siliceous sponges, much progress has been achieved in the understanding of this biomineralization process. These discoveries include, beside the proof of the enzymatic nature of the sponge biosilica formation, the dual property of the enzyme, to act both as a structure-forming and structure-guiding protein, and the demonstration that the initial product of silicatein is a soft, gel-like material that has to undergo a maturation process during which it achieves its favorable physical-chemical properties allowing the development of various technological or medical applications. This process comprises the hardening of the material by the removal of water and ions, its cast-molding to specific morphologies, as well as the fusion of the biosilica nanoparticles through a biosintering mechanism. The discovery that the enzymatically formed biosilica is morphogenetically active and printable also opens new applications in rapid prototyping and three-dimensional bioprinting of customized scaffolds/implants for biomedical use.
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- Heinz C Schröder
- Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, D-55128 Mainz, Germany
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Bone Anabolic Effects of Soluble Si: In Vitro Studies with Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells and CD14+ Osteoclast Precursors. Stem Cells Int 2015; 2016:5653275. [PMID: 26798359 PMCID: PMC4699026 DOI: 10.1155/2016/5653275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2015] [Accepted: 09/08/2015] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Silicon (Si) is indispensable for many cellular processes including bone tissue metabolism. In this work, the effects of Si on human osteogenesis and osteoclastogenesis were characterized. Human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSC) and CD14+ stem cells, as osteoblast and osteoclast precursors, were treated with a wide range of Si concentrations, covering the physiological plasma levels. Si promoted a dose-dependent increase in hMSC proliferation, differentiation, and function, at levels similar to the normal basal plasma levels. Additionally, a decrease in the expression of the osteoclastogenic activators M-CSF and RANKL was observed. Also, Si elicited a decrease in osteoclastogenesis, which became significant at higher concentrations, as those observed after meals. Among the intracellular mechanisms studied, an upregulation of MEK and PKC signalling pathways was observed in both cell types. In conclusion, Si appears to have a direct positive effect on human osteogenesis, at basal plasma levels. On the other hand, it also seemed to be an inhibitor of osteoclastogenesis, but at higher concentrations, though yet in the physiological range. Further, an indirect effect of Si on osteoclastogenesis may also occur, through a downregulation of M-CSF and RANKL expression by osteoblasts. Thus, Si may be an important player in bone anabolic regenerative approaches.
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Wang X, Schröder HC, Müller WEG. Polyphosphate as a metabolic fuel in Metazoa: A foundational breakthrough invention for biomedical applications. Biotechnol J 2015; 11:11-30. [PMID: 26356505 DOI: 10.1002/biot.201500168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2015] [Revised: 07/24/2015] [Accepted: 08/19/2015] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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In animals, energy-rich molecules like ATP are generated in the intracellular compartment from metabolites, e.g. glucose, taken up by the cells. Recent results revealed that inorganic polyphosphates (polyP) can provide an extracellular system for energy transport and delivery. These polymers of multiple phosphate units, linked by high-energy phosphoanhydride bonds, use blood platelets as transport vehicles to reach their target cells. In this review it is outlined how polyP affects cell metabolism. It is discussed that polyP influences cell activity in a dual way: (i) as a metabolic fuel transferring metabolic energy through the extracellular space; and (ii) as a signaling molecule that amplifies energy/ATP production in mitochondria. Several metabolic pathways are triggered by polyP, among them biomineralization/hydroxyapatite formation onto bone cells. The accumulation of polyP in the platelets allows long-distance transport of the polymer in the extracellular space. The discovery of polyP as metabolic fuel and signaling molecule initiated the development of novel techniques for encapsulation of polyP into nanoparticles. They facilitate cellular uptake of the polymer by receptor-mediated endocytosis and allow the development of novel strategies for therapy of metabolic diseases associated with deviations in energy metabolism or mitochondrial dysfunctions.
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- Xiaohong Wang
- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany.
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany.
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Müller WE, Tolba E, Dorweiler B, Schröder HC, Diehl-Seifert B, Wang X. Electrospun bioactive mats enriched with Ca-polyphosphate/retinol nanospheres as potential wound dressing. Biochem Biophys Rep 2015; 3:150-160. [PMID: 29124179 PMCID: PMC5668879 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrep.2015.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2015] [Revised: 07/24/2015] [Accepted: 08/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background While electrospun materials have been frequently used in tissue engineering no wound dressings exist that significantly improved wound healing effectively. Methods We succeeded to fabricate three-dimensional (3D) electrospun poly(D,l-lactide) (PLA) fiber mats into which nanospheres, formed from amorphous calcium polyphosphate (polyP) nanoparticles (NP) and encapsulated retinol (“retinol/aCa-polyP-NS” nanospheres [NS]), had been incorporated. Results Experiments with MC3T3-E1 cells revealed that co-incubation of the cells with Ca-polyP together with retinol (or incubation with retinol/aCa-polyP-NS) resulted in a significant synergistic effect on cell growth compared with particle-free polyP complexed with Ca2+ or amorphous Ca-polyP NPs and retinol alone. Incubation of the cells in the presence of the retinol/aCa-polyP NSs also caused a significant increase of the expression levels of the genes encoding for the fatty acid binding protein 4 (FABP4), as well as of the genes encoding for leptin and the leptin receptor. In contrast, the single components, soluble Na-polyP, complexed to Ca2+, or retinol-free aCa-polyP NPs, and retinol, had no significant effect on the expression of these genes. Conclusions These results indicate that the PLA fibers, supplemented with aCa-polyP-NP or retinol/aCa-polyP-NS, elicit morphogenetic activity, suggesting that these fiber mats, along with the antibacterial effect of polyP, have a beneficial potential as wound dressings combining antimicrobial and regenerative (wound healing) properties. General significance The PLA-based fiber mats, containing retinol and polyP nanoparticles, provide promising bioactive meshes that are urgently needed as dressings for chronic wounds. • Effect of PLA fiber mats with polyphosphate/retinol nanospheres on gene expression. • Increased expression of FABP4, leptin and leptin receptor in MC3T3-E1 cells. • Application as wound dressings, combining antimicrobial and regenerative properties.
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- Werner E.G. Müller
- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, d-55128 Mainz, Germany
- Corresponding authors. Fax: +49 6131 39 25243ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University MainzDuesbergweg 6MainzD-55128Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, d-55128 Mainz, Germany
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Langenbeckstraße 1, d-55131 Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, d-55128 Mainz, Germany
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- ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at the Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 6, d-55128 Mainz, Germany
- Corresponding authors. Fax: +49 6131 39 25243ERC Advanced Investigator Grant Research Group at Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University MainzDuesbergweg 6MainzD-55128Germany
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Peng J. Editorial: "Biotech Methods" and the Biotechnology Journal mobile app. Biotechnol J 2014; 9:1225-6. [PMID: 25270841 DOI: 10.1002/biot.201400492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Judy Peng
- Biotechnology Journal - Managing Editor.
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Guebitz GM, Acero EH. Biosilica-loaded poly(ϵ-caprolactone) nanofibers: a step closer to bioprinted materials with tunable properties. Biotechnol J 2014; 9:1231-2. [PMID: 25146452 DOI: 10.1002/biot.201400383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Georg M Guebitz
- Institute of Environmental Biotechnology, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, Austria.
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Enzymatically Synthesized Inorganic Polymers as Morphogenetically Active Bone Scaffolds. INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2014; 313:27-77. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-12-800177-6.00002-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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