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Kim Y, Patel R, Kulkarni CV, Patel M. Graphene-Based Aerogels for Biomedical Application. Gels 2023; 9:967. [PMID: 38131953 PMCID: PMC10743039 DOI: 10.3390/gels9120967] [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: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Aerogels are three-dimensional solid networks with incredibly low densities, high porosity, and large specific surface areas. These aerogels have both nanoscale and macroscopic interior structures. Combined with graphene, the aerogels show improved mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, surface area, and adsorption capacity, making them ideal for various biomedical applications. The graphene aerogel has a high drug-loading capacity due to its large surface area, and the porous structure enables controlled drug release over time. The presence of graphene makes it a suitable material for wound dressings, blood coagulation, and bilirubin adsorption. Additionally, graphene's conductivity can help in the electrical stimulation of cells for improved tissue regeneration, and it is also appropriate for biosensors. In this review, we discuss the preparation and advantages of graphene-based aerogels in wound dressings, drug delivery systems, bone regeneration, and biosensors.
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- Yeongsang Kim
- Bio-Convergence, Integrated Science and Engineering Division (ISED), Underwood International College, Yonsei University, 85 Songdogwahak-ro, Yeonsugu, Incheon 21938, Republic of Korea
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- Energy & Environmental Science and Engineering (EESE), Integrated Science and Engineering Division (ISED), Underwood International College, Yonsei University, 85 Songdogwahak-ro, Yeonsugu, Incheon 21938, Republic of Korea;
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- Centre for Smart Materials, School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Central Lancashire, Preston PR1 2HE, UK;
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- Department of Chemistry and Nanoscience, Ewha Womans University, 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03760, Republic of Korea
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Lázár I, Čelko L, Menelaou M. Aerogel-Based Materials in Bone and Cartilage Tissue Engineering-A Review with Future Implications. Gels 2023; 9:746. [PMID: 37754427 PMCID: PMC10530393 DOI: 10.3390/gels9090746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023] Open
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Aerogels are fascinating solid materials known for their highly porous nanostructure and exceptional physical, chemical, and mechanical properties. They show great promise in various technological and biomedical applications, including tissue engineering, and bone and cartilage substitution. To evaluate the bioactivity of bone substitutes, researchers typically conduct in vitro tests using simulated body fluids and specific cell lines, while in vivo testing involves the study of materials in different animal species. In this context, our primary focus is to investigate the applications of different types of aerogels, considering their specific materials, microstructure, and porosity in the field of bone and cartilage tissue engineering. From clinically approved materials to experimental aerogels, we present a comprehensive list and summary of various aerogel building blocks and their biological activities. Additionally, we explore how the complexity of aerogel scaffolds influences their in vivo performance, ranging from simple single-component or hybrid aerogels to more intricate and organized structures. We also discuss commonly used formulation and drying methods in aerogel chemistry, including molding, freeze casting, supercritical foaming, freeze drying, subcritical, and supercritical drying techniques. These techniques play a crucial role in shaping aerogels for specific applications. Alongside the progress made, we acknowledge the challenges ahead and assess the near and far future of aerogel-based hard tissue engineering materials, as well as their potential connection with emerging healing techniques.
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- István Lázár
- Department of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry, University of Debrecen, Egyetem tér 1, 4032 Debrecen, Hungary
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- Central European Institute of Technology, Brno University of Technology, Purkynova 656/123, 612 00 Brno, Czech Republic;
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Cyprus University of Technology, 30 Arch. Kyprianos Str., Limassol 3036, Cyprus
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Souto-Lopes M, Fernandes MH, Monteiro FJ, Salgado CL. Bioengineering Composite Aerogel-Based Scaffolds That Influence Porous Microstructure, Mechanical Properties and In Vivo Regeneration for Bone Tissue Application. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:4483. [PMID: 37374666 PMCID: PMC10305395 DOI: 10.3390/ma16124483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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Tissue regeneration of large bone defects is still a clinical challenge. Bone tissue engineering employs biomimetic strategies to produce graft composite scaffolds that resemble the bone extracellular matrix to guide and promote osteogenic differentiation of the host precursor cells. Aerogel-based bone scaffold preparation methods have been increasingly improved to overcome the difficulties in balancing the need for an open highly porous and hierarchically organized microstructure with compression resistance to withstand bone physiological loads, especially in wet conditions. Moreover, these improved aerogel scaffolds have been implanted in vivo in critical bone defects, in order to test their bone regeneration potential. This review addresses recently published studies on aerogel composite (organic/inorganic)-based scaffolds, having in mind the various cutting-edge technologies and raw biomaterials used, as well as the improvements that are still a challenge in terms of their relevant properties. Finally, the lack of 3D in vitro models of bone tissue for regeneration studies is emphasized, as well as the need for further developments to overcome and minimize the requirement for studies using in vivo animal models.
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- Mariana Souto-Lopes
- i3S—Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde da Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal; (M.S.-L.); (F.J.M.)
- INEB—Instituto de Engenharia Biomédica, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- Departamento de Engenharia Metalúrgica e de Materiais, Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- Bonelab–Laboratory for Bone Metabolism and Regeneration, Faculdade de Medicina Dentária da Universidade do Porto, 4200-393 Porto, Portugal
- LAQV/REQUIMTE—Laboratório Associado para a Química Verde/Rede de Química e Tecnologia, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal
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- i3S—Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde da Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal; (M.S.-L.); (F.J.M.)
- INEB—Instituto de Engenharia Biomédica, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
- Departamento de Engenharia Metalúrgica e de Materiais, Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- Porto Comprehensive Cancer Center (P.CCC), R. Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida, 4200–072 Porto, Portugal
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- i3S—Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde da Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal; (M.S.-L.); (F.J.M.)
- INEB—Instituto de Engenharia Biomédica, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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Bakhori NM, Ismail Z, Hassan MZ, Dolah R. Emerging Trends in Nanotechnology: Aerogel-Based Materials for Biomedical Applications. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:1063. [PMID: 36985957 PMCID: PMC10058649 DOI: 10.3390/nano13061063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2023] [Revised: 03/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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At present, aerogel is one of the most interesting materials globally. The network of aerogel consists of pores with nanometer widths, which leads to a variety of functional properties and broad applications. Aerogel is categorized as inorganic, organic, carbon, and biopolymers, and can be modified by the addition of advanced materials and nanofillers. Herein, this review critically discusses the basic preparation of aerogel from the sol-gel reaction with derivation and modification of a standard method to produce various aerogels for diverse functionalities. In addition, the biocompatibility of various types of aerogels were elaborated. Then, biomedical applications of aerogel were focused on this review as a drug delivery carrier, wound healing agent, antioxidant, anti-toxicity, bone regenerative, cartilage tissue activities and in dental fields. The clinical status of aerogel in the biomedical sector is shown to be similarly far from adequate. Moreover, due to their remarkable properties, aerogels are found to be preferably used as tissue scaffolds and drug delivery systems. The advanced studies in areas including self-healing, additive manufacturing (AM) technology, toxicity, and fluorescent-based aerogel are crucially important and are further addressed.
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- Noremylia Mohd Bakhori
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Persiaran Ilmu, Putra Nilai, Nilai 71800, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Persiaran Ilmu, Putra Nilai, Nilai 71800, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
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- Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kuala Lumpur 54100, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kuala Lumpur 54100, Selangor, Malaysia
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Microbial Synthesis of Hydroxyapatite-Nanocellulose Nanocomposites from Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast Pellicle of Fermented Kombucha Tea. SUSTAINABILITY 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/su14138144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The strong need for the utilization of industrial by-products and biowaste increases as we transition towards a circular economy. On these grounds, the present research aims to explore the applicability of the Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast (SCOBY), a by-product of a functional beverage industry, for applications in biomedicine. Herein, hydroxyapatite (HA)-coated SCOBY nanocellulose (SN) nanocomposite (SNHA) was synthesized via a novel biomimetic approach using Serratia marcescens strain by adopting two different in situ approaches. Characterization studies established the presence of functional groups corresponding to pure nanocellulose and HA. Microscopic analysis revealed SN fibers of the dimensions 30–50 nm surrounded by 10–15 nm rod-shaped HA crystals. The SNHA membranes were carbonated and harbored traces of metal ions. A deposition of nano-HA crystals as high as 30–50% was achieved. Overall, the synthesized SNHA membranes reflected increased stability, low crystalline nature and an ion-substituted structure resembling the natural bone; they are thereby suited for bone tissue engineering.
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Rossa V, Monteiro Ferreira LE, da Costa Vasconcelos S, Tai Shimabukuro ET, Gomes da Costa Madriaga V, Carvalho AP, Castellã Pergher SB, de Carvalho da Silva F, Ferreira VF, Conte Junior CA, de Melo Lima T. Nanocomposites based on the graphene family for food packaging: historical perspective, preparation methods, and properties. RSC Adv 2022; 12:14084-14111. [PMID: 35558848 PMCID: PMC9094098 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra00912a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Nanotechnology experienced a great technological advance after the discovery of the graphene family (graphene - Gr, graphene oxide - GO, and reduced graphene oxide-rGO). Based on the excellent properties of these materials, it is possible to develop novel polymeric nanocomposites for several applications in our daily routine. One of the most prominent applications is for food packaging, offering nanocomposites with improved thermal, mechanical, anti-microbial, and barrier properties against gas and water vapor. This paper reviewed food packaging from its inception to the present day, with the development of more resistant and intelligent packaging. Herein, the most common combinations of polymeric matrices (derived from non-renewable and renewable sources) with Gr, GO, and rGO and their typical preparation methods are presented. Besides, the interactions present in these nanocomposites will be discussed in detail, and their final properties will be thoroughly analyzed as a function of the preparation technique and graphene family-matrix combinations.
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- Vinicius Rossa
- Departamento de Química Inorgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense - IQ-UFF 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Departamento de Química Inorgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense - IQ-UFF 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Departamento de Química Inorgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense - IQ-UFF 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Departamento de Química Inorgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense - IQ-UFF 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Departamento de Química Inorgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense - IQ-UFF 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Food Science Program, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Do Rio de Janeiro 21941-909 Rio de Janeiro Brazil
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- Laboratory Molecular Sieves - LABPEMOL, Chemistry Institute - Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte - IQ-UFRN Natal RN Brazil
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- Departamento de Química Orgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Departamento de Tecnologia Farmacêutica, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal Fluminense 24241-000 Niterói RJ Brazil
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- Food Science Program, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Do Rio de Janeiro 21941-909 Rio de Janeiro Brazil
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- Departamento de Química Inorgânica, Campus Do Valonguinho, Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal Fluminense - IQ-UFF 24020-150 Niterói RJ Brazil
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Pan X, Cheng D, Ruan C, Hong Y, Lin C. Development of Graphene-Based Materials in Bone Tissue Engineaering. GLOBAL CHALLENGES (HOBOKEN, NJ) 2022; 6:2100107. [PMID: 35140982 PMCID: PMC8812920 DOI: 10.1002/gch2.202100107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2021] [Revised: 10/31/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Bone regeneration-related graphene-based materials (bGBMs) are increasingly attracting attention in tissue engineering due to their special physical and chemical properties. The purpose of this review is to quantitatively analyze mass academic literature in the field of bGBMs through scientometrics software CiteSpace, to demonstrate the rules and trends of bGBMs, thus to analyze and summarize the mechanisms behind the rules, and to provide clues for future research. First, the research status, hotspots, and frontiers of bGBMs are analyzed in an intuitively and vividly visualized way. Next, the extracted important subjects such as fabrication techniques, cytotoxicity, biodegradability, and osteoinductivity of bGBMs are presented, and the different mechanisms, in turn, are also discussed. Finally, photothermal therapy, which is considered an emerging area of application of bGBMs, is also presented. Based on this approach, this work finds that different studies report differing opinions on the biological properties of bGBMS due to the lack of consistency of GBMs preparation. Therefore, it is necessary to establish more standards in fabrication, characterization, and testing for bGBMs to further promote scientific progress and clinical translation.
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- Xiaoling Pan
- College of StomatologyXinjiang Medical UniversityUrumqiXinjiang830011P. R. China
- Department of Oral Maxillofacial SurgeryShenzhen HospitalSouthern Medical UniversityShenzhen518000P. R. China
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- Research Center for Human Tissue and Organs DegenerationInstitute of Biomedicine and BiotechnologyShenzhen Institutes of Advanced TechnologyChinese Academy of SciencesShenzhen518055P. R. China
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- Research Center for Human Tissue and Organs DegenerationInstitute of Biomedicine and BiotechnologyShenzhen Institutes of Advanced TechnologyChinese Academy of SciencesShenzhen518055P. R. China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial SurgeryShenzhen HospitalSouthern Medical UniversityShenzhen518000P. R. China
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial SurgeryShenzhen HospitalSouthern Medical UniversityShenzhen518000P. R. China
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Phase change and aerogel dual functionalized composites materials with double network structure through one-step preparation of polyacrylamide/calcium alginate/polyethylene glycol. POLYMER 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymer.2021.123710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Feng J, Su BL, Xia H, Zhao S, Gao C, Wang L, Ogbeide O, Feng J, Hasan T. Printed aerogels: chemistry, processing, and applications. Chem Soc Rev 2021; 50:3842-3888. [PMID: 33522550 DOI: 10.1039/c9cs00757a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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As an extraordinarily lightweight and porous functional nanomaterial family, aerogels have attracted considerable interest in academia and industry in recent decades. Despite the application scopes, the modest mechanical durability of aerogels makes their processing and operation challenging, in particular, for situations demanding intricate physical structures. "Bottom-up" additive manufacturing technology has the potential to address this drawback. Indeed, since the first report of 3D printed aerogels in 2015, a new interdisciplinary research area combining aerogel and printing technology has emerged to push the boundaries of structure and performance, further broadening their application scope. This review summarizes the state-of-the-art of printed aerogels and presents a comprehensive view of their developments in the past 5 years, and highlights the key near- and mid-term challenges.
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- Junzong Feng
- Cambridge Graphene Centre, University of Cambridge, Cambridge CB3 0FA, UK.
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Hu D, Ren Q, Li Z, Zhang L. Chitosan-Based Biomimetically Mineralized Composite Materials in Human Hard Tissue Repair. Molecules 2020; 25:E4785. [PMID: 33086470 PMCID: PMC7587527 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25204785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2020] [Revised: 10/09/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Chitosan is a natural, biodegradable cationic polysaccharide, which has a similar chemical structure and similar biological behaviors to the components of the extracellular matrix in the biomineralization process of teeth or bone. Its excellent biocompatibility, biodegradability, and polyelectrolyte action make it a suitable organic template, which, combined with biomimetic mineralization technology, can be used to develop organic-inorganic composite materials for hard tissue repair. In recent years, various chitosan-based biomimetic organic-inorganic composite materials have been applied in the field of bone tissue engineering and enamel or dentin biomimetic repair in different forms (hydrogels, fibers, porous scaffolds, microspheres, etc.), and the inorganic components of the composites are usually biogenic minerals, such as hydroxyapatite, other calcium phosphate phases, or silica. These composites have good mechanical properties, biocompatibility, bioactivity, osteogenic potential, and other biological properties and are thus considered as promising novel materials for repairing the defects of hard tissue. This review is mainly focused on the properties and preparations of biomimetically mineralized composite materials using chitosan as an organic template, and the current application of various chitosan-based biomimetically mineralized composite materials in bone tissue engineering and dental hard tissue repair is summarized.
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- Die Hu
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Disease, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China; (D.H.); (Q.R.); (Z.L.)
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Disease, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China; (D.H.); (Q.R.); (Z.L.)
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Disease, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China; (D.H.); (Q.R.); (Z.L.)
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Disease, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China; (D.H.); (Q.R.); (Z.L.)
- Department of Cariology and Endodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610000, China
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Current Use of Carbon-Based Materials for Biomedical Applications—A Prospective and Review. Processes (Basel) 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/pr8030355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Among a large number of current biomedical applications in the use of medical devices, carbon-based nanomaterials such as graphene (G), graphene oxides (GO), reduced graphene oxide (rGO), and carbon nanotube (CNT) are frontline materials that are suitable for developing medical devices. Carbon Based Nanomaterials (CBNs) are becoming promising materials due to the existence of both inorganic semiconducting properties and organic π-π stacking characteristics. Hence, it could effectively simultaneously interact with biomolecules and response to the light. By taking advantage of such aspects in a single entity, CBNs could be used for developing biomedical applications in the future. The recent studies in developing carbon-based nanomaterials and its applications in targeting drug delivery, cancer therapy, and biosensors. The development of conjugated and modified carbon-based nanomaterials contributes to positive outcomes in various therapies and achieved emerging challenges in preclinical biomedical applications. Subsequently, diverse biomedical applications of carbon nanotube were also deliberately discussed in the light of various therapeutic advantages.
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Rakhshaei R, Namazi H, Hamishehkar H, Kafil HS, Salehi R. In situ
synthesized chitosan–gelatin/ZnO nanocomposite scaffold with drug delivery properties: Higher antibacterial and lower cytotoxicity effects. J Appl Polym Sci 2019. [DOI: 10.1002/app.47590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Rasul Rakhshaei
- Research Laboratory of Dendrimers and Nanopolymers, Faculty of ChemistryUniversity of Tabriz P.O. Box 51666, Tabriz Iran
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- Research Laboratory of Dendrimers and Nanopolymers, Faculty of ChemistryUniversity of Tabriz P.O. Box 51666, Tabriz Iran
- Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology (RCPN)Tabriz University of Medical Science Tabriz Iran
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- Drug Applied Research CenterTabriz University of Medical Sciences Tabriz Iran
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- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Institute, and School of Advanced Medical ScienceTabriz University of Medical Sciences Tabriz Iran
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Tadyszak K, Wychowaniec JK, Litowczenko J. Biomedical Applications of Graphene-Based Structures. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2018; 8:E944. [PMID: 30453490 PMCID: PMC6267346 DOI: 10.3390/nano8110944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2018] [Revised: 10/24/2018] [Accepted: 11/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Graphene and graphene oxide (GO) structures and their reduced forms, e.g., GO paper and partially or fully reduced three-dimensional (3D) aerogels, are at the forefront of materials design for extensive biomedical applications that allow for the proliferation and differentiation/maturation of cells, drug delivery, and anticancer therapies. Various viability tests that have been conducted in vitro on human cells and in vivo on mice reveal very promising results, which make graphene-based materials suitable for real-life applications. In this review, we will give an overview of the latest studies that utilize graphene-based structures and their composites in biological applications and show how the biomimetic behavior of these materials can be a step forward in bridging the gap between nature and synthetically designed graphene-based nanomaterials.
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- Krzysztof Tadyszak
- NanoBioMedical Centre, Adam Mickiewicz University, ul. Umultowska 85, PL61614 Poznań, Poland.
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- NanoBioMedical Centre, Adam Mickiewicz University, ul. Umultowska 85, PL61614 Poznań, Poland.
- School of Chemistry, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
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- NanoBioMedical Centre, Adam Mickiewicz University, ul. Umultowska 85, PL61614 Poznań, Poland.
- Department of Molecular Virology, Faculty of Biology, Adam Mickiewicz University, Umultowska 89, PL61614 Poznań, Poland.
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