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Kim EJ, Kim KH, Kim HY, Lee DJ, Li S, Ngoc Han M, Jung HS. Harnessing the dental cells derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells for hard tissue engineering. J Adv Res 2024; 61:119-131. [PMID: 37619933 PMCID: PMC11258659 DOI: 10.1016/j.jare.2023.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Most mineralized tissues in our body are present in bones and teeth. Human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) are promising candidates for cell therapy to help regenerate bone defects and teeth loss. The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a non-cellular structure secreted by cells. Studies on the dynamic microenvironment of ECM are necessary for stem cell-based therapies. OBJECTIVES We aim to optimize an effective protocol for hiPSC differentiation into dental cells without utilizing animal-derived factors or cell feeders that can be applied to humans and to mineralize differentiated dental cells into hard tissues. METHODS For the differentiation of both dental epithelial cells (DECs) and dental mesenchymal cells (DMCs) from hiPSCs, an embryoid body (EB) was formed from hiPSCs. hiPSC were differentiated into neural crest cells with an induction medium utilized in our previous study, and hiPSC-derived DECs were differentiated with a BMP-modulated customized medium. hiPSC-dental cells were then characterized, analyzed, and validated with transcriptomic analysis, western blotting, and RT-qPCR. To form mineralized tissues, hiPSC-derived DECs were recombined with hiPSC-derived DMCs encapsulated in various biomaterials, including gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA), collagen, and agar matrix. RESULTS These hiPSC-derived dental cells are highly osteogenic and chondro-osteogenic in photocrosslinkable GelMA hydrogel and collagen type I microenvironments. Furthermore, hiPSC-derived dental cells in agar gel matrix induced the formation of a bioengineered tooth. CONCLUSION Our study provides an approach for applying hiPSCs for hard tissue regeneration, including tooth and bone. This study has immense potential to provide a novel technology for bioengineering organs for various regenerative therapies.
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- Eun-Jung Kim
- Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Taste Research Center, Oral Science Research Center, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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- Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Taste Research Center, Oral Science Research Center, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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- Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Taste Research Center, Oral Science Research Center, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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- Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Taste Research Center, Oral Science Research Center, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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- Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Taste Research Center, Oral Science Research Center, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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- Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Taste Research Center, Oral Science Research Center, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul 03722, Korea.
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He L. Biomaterials for Regenerative Cranioplasty: Current State of Clinical Application and Future Challenges. J Funct Biomater 2024; 15:84. [PMID: 38667541 PMCID: PMC11050949 DOI: 10.3390/jfb15040084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2024] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Acquired cranial defects are a prevalent condition in neurosurgery and call for cranioplasty, where the missing or defective cranium is replaced by an implant. Nevertheless, the biomaterials in current clinical applications are hardly exempt from long-term safety and comfort concerns. An appealing solution is regenerative cranioplasty, where biomaterials with/without cells and bioactive molecules are applied to induce the regeneration of the cranium and ultimately repair the cranial defects. This review examines the current state of research, development, and translational application of regenerative cranioplasty biomaterials and discusses the efforts required in future research. The first section briefly introduced the regenerative capacity of the cranium, including the spontaneous bone regeneration bioactivities and the presence of pluripotent skeletal stem cells in the cranial suture. Then, three major types of biomaterials for regenerative cranioplasty, namely the calcium phosphate/titanium (CaP/Ti) composites, mineralised collagen, and 3D-printed polycaprolactone (PCL) composites, are reviewed for their composition, material properties, and findings from clinical trials. The third part discusses perspectives on future research and development of regenerative cranioplasty biomaterials, with a considerable portion based on issues identified in clinical trials. This review aims to facilitate the development of biomaterials that ultimately contribute to a safer and more effective healing of cranial defects.
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- Lizhe He
- Key Laboratory of 3D Printing Process and Equipment of Zhejiang Province, School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310028, China
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Soylu HM, Chevallier P, Copes F, Ponti F, Candiani G, Yurt F, Mantovani D. A Novel Strategy to Coat Dopamine-Functionalized Titanium Surfaces With Agarose-Based Hydrogels for the Controlled Release of Gentamicin. Front Cell Infect Microbiol 2021; 11:678081. [PMID: 34178721 PMCID: PMC8224171 DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2021.678081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Introduction The use of spinal implants for the treatment of back disorders is largely affected by the insurgence of infections at the implantation site. Antibacterial coatings have been proposed as a viable solution to limit such infections. However, despite being effective at short-term, conventional coatings lack the ability to prevent infections at medium and long-term. Hydrogel-based drug delivery systems may represent a solution controlling the release of the loaded antibacterial agents while improving cell integration. Agarose, in particular, is a biocompatible natural polysaccharide known to improve cell growth and already used in drug delivery system formulations. In this study, an agarose hydrogel-based coating has been developed for the controlled release of gentamicin (GS). Methods Sand blasted Ti6Al4V discs were grafted with dopamine (DOPA) solution. After, GS loaded agarose hydrogels have been produced and additioned with tannic acid (TA) and calcium chloride (CaCl2) as crosslinkers. The different GS-loaded hydrogel formulations were deposited on Ti6Al4V-DOPA surfaces, and allowed to react under UV irradiation. Surface topography, wettability and composition have been analyzed with profilometry, static contact angle measurement, XPS and FTIR spectroscopy analyses. GS release was performed under pseudo-physiological conditions up to 28 days and the released GS was quantified using a specific ELISA test. The cytotoxicity of the produced coatings against human cells have been tested, along with their antibacterial activity against S. aureus bacteria. Results A homogeneous coating was obtained with all the hydrogel formulations. Moreover, the coatings presented a hydrophilic behavior and micro-scale surface roughness. The addition of TA in the hydrogel formulations showed an increase in the release time compared to the normal GS-agarose hydrogels. Moreover, the GS released from these gels was able to significantly inhibit S. aureus growth compared to the GS-agarose hydrogels. The addition of CaCl2 to the gel formulation was able to significantly decrease cytotoxicity of the TA-modified hydrogels. Conclusions Due to their surface properties, low cytotoxicity and high antibacterial effects, the hereby proposed gentamicin-loaded agarose-hydrogels provide new insight, and represent a promising approach for the surface modification of spinal implants, greatly impacting their application in the orthopedic surgical scenario.
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- H Melis Soylu
- Department Biomedical Technologies, The Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences, Ege University, Bornova, Turkey
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- Laboratory for Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Canada Research Chair Tier 1, Department of Min-Met-Materials Eng., University Hospital Research Center, Regenerative Medicine, Laval University, Quebec City, QB, Canada
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- Laboratory for Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Canada Research Chair Tier 1, Department of Min-Met-Materials Eng., University Hospital Research Center, Regenerative Medicine, Laval University, Quebec City, QB, Canada
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- Laboratory for Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Canada Research Chair Tier 1, Department of Min-Met-Materials Eng., University Hospital Research Center, Regenerative Medicine, Laval University, Quebec City, QB, Canada.,GenT LΛB and µBioMI LΛB, Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering "G. Natta", Politecnico di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- GenT LΛB and µBioMI LΛB, Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering "G. Natta", Politecnico di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department Biomedical Technologies, The Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences, Ege University, Bornova, Turkey.,Department Nuclear Applications, Institute Nuclear Science, Ege University, Bornova, Turkey
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- Laboratory for Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Canada Research Chair Tier 1, Department of Min-Met-Materials Eng., University Hospital Research Center, Regenerative Medicine, Laval University, Quebec City, QB, Canada
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Liu W, Jing X, Xu Z, Teng C. PEGDA/HA mineralized hydrogel loaded with Exendin4 promotes bone regeneration in rat models with bone defects by inducing osteogenesis. J Biomater Appl 2021; 35:1337-1346. [PMID: 33467965 DOI: 10.1177/0885328220987046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Scaffolds with osteogenic differentiation function play an important role in the healing process of bone defects. Here, we designed a high strength Poly(ethyleneglycol) diacrylate/Hydroxyapatite (PEGDA/HA) mineralized hydrogel loaded with Exendin4 for inducing osteogenic differentiation. In this study, PEGDA hydrogel was prepared by photo initiating method. PEGDA/HA mineralized hydrogel was prepared by in-situ precipitation method, and Exendin4 was loaded by gel adsorption. The effects of different calcium and phosphorus concentrations on the strength and Exendin4 release of PEGDA/HA hydrogels were investigated. Rat models of bone defect were made and randomly divided into 5 groups. The experimental group was implanted with PEGDA hydrogel, Exendin4-PEGDA hydrogel, PEGDA/HA mineralized hydrogel, Exendin4-PEGDA/HA mineralized hydrogel, and no materials were implanted in the blank control group. Computed tomography (CT) and histology were observed 4 and 8 weeks after operation. Our results revealed that the PEGDA/HA mineralized hydrogel had porous structure, high mechanical strength and good biocompatibility. In vitro release test showed that the mineralized hydrogel exhibited good sustained release profile within 20 d. The animal experiments showed that the mineralized hydrogel accelerated the formation of new bone after 4 and 8 weeks, and formed a seamless union on the defected bone area after 8 weeks. In conclusions, The Exendin4-PEGDA/HA mineralized hydrogel can effectively repair bone defects in rats, and it is expected to be used as a biomaterial for human bone tissue repair.
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- Wei Liu
- The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, China
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- The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, China
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- The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, China
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- The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, China
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Hatakeyama J, Anan H, Hatakeyama Y, Matsumoto N, Takayama F, Wu Z, Matsuzaki E, Minakami M, Izumi T, Nakanishi H. Induction of bone repair in rat calvarial defects using a combination of hydroxyapatite with phosphatidylserine liposomes. J Oral Sci 2019; 61:111-118. [DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.17-0488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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- Junko Hatakeyama
- Section of Operative Dentistry and Endodontology, Fukuoka Dental College
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- Section of Operative Dentistry and Endodontology, Fukuoka Dental College
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- Section of Molecular Cell Biology and Oral Anatomy, Fukuoka Dental College
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- Departments of Aging Science and Pharmacology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
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- Departments of Aging Science and Pharmacology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
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- Section of Operative Dentistry and Endodontology, Fukuoka Dental College
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- Section of Operative Dentistry and Endodontology, Fukuoka Dental College
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- Section of Operative Dentistry and Endodontology, Fukuoka Dental College
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- Departments of Aging Science and Pharmacology, Faculty of Dental Science, Kyushu University
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García-Honduvilla N, Coca A, Ortega MA, Trejo C, Román J, Peña J, Cabañas MV, Vallet Regi M, Buján J. Improved connective integration of a degradable 3D-nano-apatite/agarose scaffold subcutaneously implanted in a rat model. J Biomater Appl 2018; 33:741-752. [PMID: 30388385 DOI: 10.1177/0885328218810084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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In this work, we evaluate the tissue response and tolerance to a designed 3D porous scaffold composed of nanocrystalline carbonate-hydroxyapatite and agarose as a preliminary step in bone repair and regeneration. These scaffolds were subcutaneously implanted into rats, which were sacrificed at different times. CD4+, CD8+ and ED1+ cells were evaluated as measurements of inflammatory reaction and tolerance. We observed some inflammatory response early after subcutaneous implantation. The 3D interconnected porosity increased scaffold integration via the formation of granulation tissue and the generation of a fibrous capsule around the scaffold. The capsule is initially formed by collagen which progressively invades the scaffold, creating a network that supports the settlement of connective tissue and generating a compact structure. The timing of the appearance of CD4+ and CD8+ cell populations is in agreement with the resolved inflammatory response. The appearance of macrophage activity evidences a slow and gradual degradation activity. Degradation started with the agarose component of the scaffold, but the nano-apatite was kept intact for up to 30 days. Therefore, this apatite/agarose scaffold showed a high capacity for integration by a connective network that stabilizes the scaffold and results in slow nano-apatite degradation. The fundamental properties of the scaffold would provide mechanical support and facilitate bone mobilization, which is of great importance in the masticatory system or large bones.
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- Natalio García-Honduvilla
- 1 Departments of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá. Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain. Ramón y Cajal Institute of Sanitary Research (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain.,2 Networking Biomedical Research Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Madrid, Spain.,3 Defense University Center of Military Central Academy (CUD-ACD), Madrid, Spain
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- 1 Departments of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá. Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain. Ramón y Cajal Institute of Sanitary Research (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain
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- 1 Departments of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá. Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain. Ramón y Cajal Institute of Sanitary Research (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain.,2 Networking Biomedical Research Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Madrid, Spain
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- 4 Research Group on Stem Cells and Tissue Engineering (GICTIT), Laboratory of Research in Dentistry Almaraz, FES Iztacala, UNAM, Mexico
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- 5 Department of Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, UCM, Institute of Health Research Hospital 12 de Octubre i + 12, 28040-Madrid, Spain
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- 5 Department of Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, UCM, Institute of Health Research Hospital 12 de Octubre i + 12, 28040-Madrid, Spain
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- 5 Department of Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, UCM, Institute of Health Research Hospital 12 de Octubre i + 12, 28040-Madrid, Spain
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- 2 Networking Biomedical Research Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Madrid, Spain.,5 Department of Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, UCM, Institute of Health Research Hospital 12 de Octubre i + 12, 28040-Madrid, Spain
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- 1 Departments of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá. Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain. Ramón y Cajal Institute of Sanitary Research (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain.,2 Networking Biomedical Research Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Madrid, Spain
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Zarrintaj P, Manouchehri S, Ahmadi Z, Saeb MR, Urbanska AM, Kaplan DL, Mozafari M. Agarose-based biomaterials for tissue engineering. Carbohydr Polym 2018; 187:66-84. [PMID: 29486846 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2018.01.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 320] [Impact Index Per Article: 53.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2017] [Revised: 12/28/2017] [Accepted: 01/18/2018] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Agarose is a natural polysaccharide polymer having unique characteristics that give reason to consider it for tissue engineering applications. Special characteristics of agarose such as its excellent biocompatibility, thermo-reversible gelation behavior and physiochemical features support its use as a biomaterial for cell growth and/or controlled/localized drug delivery. The resemblance of this natural carbohydrate polymer to the extracellular matrix results in attractive features that bring about a strong interest in its usage in the field. The scope of this review is to summarize the extensive researches addressing agarose-based biomaterials in order to provide an in-depth understanding of its tissue engineering-related applications.
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- Payam Zarrintaj
- School of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Resin and Additives, Institute for Color Science and Technology, P.O. Box: 16765-654, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tufts University, Medford, MA 02155, USA
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- Bioengineering Research Group, Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Department, Materials and Energy Research Center (MERC), Tehran, Iran; Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran; Department of Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine, Faculty of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran.
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Qiu G, Shi Z, Xu HH, Yang B, Weir MD, Li G, Song Y, Wang J, Hu K, Wang P, Zhao L. Bone regeneration in minipigs via calcium phosphate cement scaffold delivering autologous bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells and platelet‐rich plasma. J Tissue Eng Regen Med 2017; 12:e937-e948. [PMID: 28102000 DOI: 10.1002/term.2416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2016] [Revised: 01/11/2017] [Accepted: 01/16/2017] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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- Gengtao Qiu
- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryNanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University Guangzhou Guangdong China
- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryShunde First People Hospital Shunde Guangdong China
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- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryNanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University Guangzhou Guangdong China
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- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, Department of Endodontics, Periodontics and ProsthodonticsUniversity of Maryland Dental School Baltimore MD USA
- Center for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative MedicineUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine Baltimore MD USA
- University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer CenterUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine Baltimore MD USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Department of Oral Implantology, West China Hospital of StomatologySichuan University Chengdu China
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- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, Department of Endodontics, Periodontics and ProsthodonticsUniversity of Maryland Dental School Baltimore MD USA
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- Department of Spinal SurgeryNanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University Guangzhou Guangdong China
- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryDeqing Hospital Huzhou Zhejiang China
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- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, Department of Endodontics, Periodontics and ProsthodonticsUniversity of Maryland Dental School Baltimore MD USA
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- Department of Spinal SurgeryNanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University Guangzhou Guangdong China
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- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, Department of Endodontics, Periodontics and ProsthodonticsUniversity of Maryland Dental School Baltimore MD USA
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- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, Department of Endodontics, Periodontics and ProsthodonticsUniversity of Maryland Dental School Baltimore MD USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryNanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University Guangzhou Guangdong China
- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, Department of Endodontics, Periodontics and ProsthodonticsUniversity of Maryland Dental School Baltimore MD USA
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Hu J, Zhu Y, Tong H, Shen X, Chen L, Ran J. A detailed study of homogeneous agarose/hydroxyapatite nanocomposites for load-bearing bone tissue. Int J Biol Macromol 2015; 82:134-43. [PMID: 26434527 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2015.09.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2015] [Revised: 06/13/2015] [Accepted: 09/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Agarose/hydroxyapatite (agar/HA) nanocomposites for load-bearing bone substitutes were successfully fabricated via a novel in situ precipitation method. Observation via SEM and TEM revealed that the spherical inorganic nanoparticles of approximately 50 nm were well dispersed in the organic matrix, and the crystallographic area combined closely with the amorphous area. The uniform dispersion of HA nanoparticles had prominent effect on improving the mechanical properties of the agar/HA nanocomposites (the highest elastic modulus: 1104.42 MPa; the highest compressive strength: 400.039 MPa), which proved to be potential load-bearing bone substitutes. The thermal stability of agarose and nanocomposites was also studied. The MG63 osteoblast-like cells on the composite disks displayed fusiform and polygonal morphology in the presence of HA, suggesting that the cell maturation was promoted. The results of cell proliferation and cell differentiation indicated that the cells cultured on the agar/HA composite disks significantly increased the alkaline phosphatase activity and calcium deposition. The structural role of agarose in the composite system was investigated to better understand the effect of biopolymer on structure and properties of the composites. The optimal properties were the result of a comprehensive synergy of the components.
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- Jingxiao Hu
- Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Biology and Medicine, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Wuhan University, 430072, PR China
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- Department of Stomatology, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, 430071, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Biology and Medicine, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Wuhan University, 430072, PR China; Suzhou Research Institute of Wuhan University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Biology and Medicine, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Wuhan University, 430072, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Biology and Medicine, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Wuhan University, 430072, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Biology and Medicine, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Wuhan University, 430072, PR China
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Iwai S, Shimizu H, Suzawa Y, Akashi M, Yura Y. Hydroxyapatite agarose composite gels as a biochemical material for the repair of alveolar bone defects due to cleft lip and palate. JOURNAL OF ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajoms.2015.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Biomineral/Agarose Composite Gels Enhance Proliferation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells with Osteogenic Capability. Int J Mol Sci 2015; 16:14245-58. [PMID: 26110392 PMCID: PMC4490550 DOI: 10.3390/ijms160614245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2015] [Revised: 06/10/2015] [Accepted: 06/16/2015] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Hydroxyapatite (HA) or calcium carbonate (CaCO3) formed on an organic polymer of agarose gel is a biomaterial that can be used for bone tissue regeneration. However, in critical bone defects, the regeneration capability of these materials is limited. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are multipotent cells that can differentiate into bone forming osteoblasts. In this study, we loaded MSCs on HA- or CaCO3-formed agarose gel and cultured them with dexamethasone, which triggers the osteogenic differentiation of MSCs. High alkaline phosphatase activity was detected on both the HA- and CaCO3-formed agarose gels; however, basal activity was only detected on bare agarose gel. Bone-specific osteocalcin content was detected on CaCO3-formed agarose gel on Day 14 of culture, and levels subsequently increased over time. Similar osteocalcin content was detected on HA-formed agarose on Day 21 and levels increased on Day 28. In contrast, only small amounts of osteocalcin were found on bare agarose gel. Consequently, osteogenic capability of MSCs was enhanced on CaCO3-formed agarose at an early stage, and both HA- and CaCO3-formed agarose gels well supported the capability at a later stage. Therefore, MSCs loaded on either HA- or CaCO3-formed agarose could potentially be employed for the repair of critical bone defects.
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Mishra R, Kumar A. Osteocompatibility and osteoinductive potential of supermacroporous polyvinyl alcohol-TEOS-agarose-CaCl2 (PTAgC) biocomposite cryogels. JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE. MATERIALS IN MEDICINE 2014; 25:1327-1337. [PMID: 24515863 DOI: 10.1007/s10856-014-5166-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2013] [Accepted: 01/27/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Bone tissue engineering majorly focuses on the development of biomaterials which have the capability to mimic bone as well as the ability to induce bone formation. To this direction, we have prepared supermacroporous polyvinyl alcohol-TEOS-Agarose-CaCl2 (PTAgC) biocomposite cryogels having a uniform porous structure with an interconnected porosity of 77 ± 0.16 % and pore size of 190 ± 0.78 μm, as determined by scanning electron microscopic and micro-computed tomographic analyses. These biocomposite cryogels show an osteocompatible response towards Saos-2 human osteoblasts as analyzed via MTT [3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide] assay, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) assay and cell adhesion behaviour showing a flattened morphology of the cells on the cryogel surface. The property of bioactivity was also observed on the surface of these biomaterials. Further, we also explored the osteoinductive potential of these biocomposite cryogels by the analysis of osteogenic differentiation of C2C12 myoblasts after seeding onto these biocomposite cryogels. The results indicate that these biocomposite cryogels indeed show an osteoinductive potential as we could observe the presence of respective markers for different stages during osteoblast maturation. During early timepoints, higher alkaline phosphatase production via ALP assay and BCIP/NBT staining was observed in the case of biocomposite cryogel seeded cells suggesting the osteoblastic differentiation of C2C12 cells. Whereas, during later timepoints, formation of calcium-phosphate like crystals was confirmed by von-kossa staining, further indicating towards the onset of mineralization phase during osteoblast maturation. Therefore, these results suggest that PTAgC biocomposite cryogels can form an important part of bone tissue engineered biomaterials due to their osteocompatible behaviour and osteoinductive potential.
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- Ruchi Mishra
- Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, 208016, India
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Havens AM, Shiozawa Y, Jung Y, Sun H, Wang J, McGee S, Mishra A, Taichman LS, Danciu T, Jiang Y, Yavanian G, Leary E, Krebsbach PH, Rodgerson D, Taichman RS. Human very small embryonic-like cells generate skeletal structures, in vivo. Stem Cells Dev 2012; 22:622-30. [PMID: 23020187 DOI: 10.1089/scd.2012.0327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
Abstract
Human very small embryonic-like (hVSEL) cells are a resident population of multipotent stem cells in the bone marrow involved in the turnover and regeneration of tissues. The levels of VSEL cells in blood are greatly increased in response to injury, and they have been shown to repair injured tissues. Adult hVSEL cells, SSEA-4(+)/CD133(+)/CXCR4(+)/Lin(-)/CD45(-), express the pluripotency markers (Oct-4 and Nanog) and may be able to differentiate into cells from all 3 germ lineages. hVSEL cells isolated from blood by apheresis following granulocyte-colony-stimulating factor mobilization were fractionated and enriched by elutriation and fluorescence activated cell sorting. Collagen sponge scaffolds containing 2,000-30,000 hVSEL cells were implanted into cranial defects generated in SCID mice. Analysis by microcomputed tomography showed that a cell population containing VSEL cells produced mineralized tissue within the cranial defects compared with controls at 3 months. Histologic studies showed significant bone formation and cellular organization within the defects compared with cellular or scaffold controls alone. Antibodies to human leukocyte antigens demonstrated that the newly generated tissues were of human origin. Moreover, human osteocalcin was identified circulating in the peripheral blood. There was evidence that some level of hVSEL cells migrated away from the defect site, using quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction to detect for human-specific Alu sequences. This study demonstrates that hVSEL cells are able to generate human bone tissue in a mouse model of skeletal repair. These studies lay the foundation for future cell-based regenerative therapies for osseous and connective tissue disorders, including trauma and degenerative conditions, such as osteoporosis, fracture repair, and neoplastic repair.
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Affiliation(s)
- Aaron M Havens
- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1078, USA
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