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Wang Y, Yan R, Yang H, Liu Y, Zhong X, Liu S, Xie R, Ren L. Modular Microgel-Based Bioassembly Scaffold Induced Chondrogenic and Osteogenic Differentiation of BMSCs. Macromol Biosci 2024; 24:e2400051. [PMID: 38663437 DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202400051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/09/2024]
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Bioactive scaffolds capable of simultaneously repairing osteochondral defects remain a big challenge due to the heterogeneity of bone and cartilage. Currently modular microgel-based bioassembly scaffolds are emerged as potential solution to this challenge. Here, microgels based on methacrylic anhydride (MA) and dopamine modified gelatin (GelMA-DA) are loaded with chondroitin sulfate (CS) (the obtained microgel named GC Ms) or bioactive glass (BG) (the obtained microgel named GB Ms), respectively. GC Ms and GB Ms show good biocompatibility with BMSCs, which suggested by the adhesion and proliferation of BMSCs on their surfaces. Specially, GC Ms promote chondrogenic differentiation of BMSCs, while GB Ms promote osteogenic differentiation. Furthermore, the injectable GC Ms and GB Ms are assembled integrally by bottom-up in situ cross-linking to obtain modular microgel-based bioassembly scaffold (GC-GB/HM), which show a distinct bilayer structure and good porous properties and swelling properties. Particularly, the results of in vivo and in vitro experiments show that GC-GB/HM can simultaneously regulate the expression levels of chondrogenic- and osteogenesis-related genes and proteins. Therefore, modular microgel-based assembly scaffold in this work with the ability to promote bidirectional differentiation of BMSCs and has great potential for application in the minimally invasive treatment of osteochondral tissue defects.
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- Yanyan Wang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Medical Information Engineering, Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases (Ministry of Education), Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, 341000, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering of Guangdong Province, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, Innovation Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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Wang X, He W, Huang H, Han J, Wang R, Li H, Long Y, Wang G, Han X. Recent Advances in Hydrogel Technology in Delivering Mesenchymal Stem Cell for Osteoarthritis Therapy. Biomolecules 2024; 14:858. [PMID: 39062572 PMCID: PMC11274544 DOI: 10.3390/biom14070858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2024] [Revised: 07/06/2024] [Accepted: 07/13/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA), a chronic joint disease affecting over 500 million individuals globally, is characterized by the destruction of articular cartilage and joint inflammation. Conventional treatments are insufficient for repairing damaged joint tissue, necessitating novel therapeutic approaches. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), with their potential for differentiation and self-renewal, hold great promise as a treatment for OA. However, challenges such as MSC viability and apoptosis in the ischemic joint environment hinder their therapeutic effectiveness. Hydrogels with biocompatibility and degradability offer a three-dimensional scaffold that support cell viability and differentiation, making them ideal for MSC delivery in OA treatment. This review discusses the pathological features of OA, the properties of MSCs, the challenges associated with MSC therapy, and methods for hydrogel preparation and functionalization. Furthermore, it highlights the advantages of hydrogel-based MSC delivery systems while providing insights into future research directions and the clinical potential of this approach.
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- Xiangjiang Wang
- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, Collage of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China;
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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- The Affiliated Qingyuan Hospital (Qingyuan People’s Hospital), Guangzhou Medical University, Qingyuan 511518, China; (X.W.); (W.H.); (J.H.); (R.W.); (H.L.); (Y.L.)
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Ding Q, Liu W, Zhang S, Sun S, Yang J, Zhang L, Wang N, Ma S, Chai G, Shen L, Gao Y, Ding C, Liu X. Hydrogel loaded with thiolated chitosan modified taxifolin liposome promotes osteoblast proliferation and regulates Wnt signaling pathway to repair rat skull defects. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 336:122115. [PMID: 38670750 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/30/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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To alleviate skull defects and enhance the biological activity of taxifolin, this study utilized the thin-film dispersion method to prepare paclitaxel liposomes (TL). Thiolated chitosan (CSSH)-modified TL (CTL) was synthesized through charge interactions. Injectable hydrogels (BLG) were then prepared as hydrogel scaffolds loaded with TAX (TG), TL (TLG), and CTL (CTLG) using a Schiff base reaction involving oxidized dextran and carboxymethyl chitosan. The study investigated the bone reparative properties of CTLG through molecular docking, western blot techniques, and transcriptome analysis. The particle sizes of CTL were measured at 248.90 ± 14.03 nm, respectively, with zeta potentials of +36.68 ± 5.43 mV, respectively. CTLG showed excellent antioxidant capacity in vitro. It also has a good inhibitory effect on Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with inhibition rates of 93.88 ± 1.59 % and 88.56 ± 2.83 % respectively. The results of 5-ethynyl-2 '-deoxyuridine staining, alkaline phosphatase staining and alizarin red staining showed that CTLG also had the potential to promote the proliferation and differentiation of mouse embryonic osteoblasts (MC3T3-E1). The study revealed that CTLG enhances the expression of osteogenic proteins by regulating the Wnt signaling pathway, shedding light on the potential application of TAX and bone regeneration mechanisms.
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- Qiteng Ding
- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- School of Food and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Wuzhou University, Wuzhou 543002, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
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- Jilin Jianwei Natural Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Linjiang 134600, China
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- Jilin Jianwei Natural Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Linjiang 134600, China
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- Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jilin Agriculture Science and Technology College, Jilin 132101, China; Jilin Aodong Yanbian Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture 133000, China.
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jilin Agriculture Science and Technology College, Jilin 132101, China.
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Zhang J, Zhao D, Lu K. Mechanisms and influencing factors of peptide hydrogel formation and biomedicine applications of hydrogels. SOFT MATTER 2023; 19:7479-7493. [PMID: 37756117 DOI: 10.1039/d3sm01057k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
Abstract
Self-assembled peptide-based hydrogels have shown great potential in bio-related applications due to their porous structure, strong mechanical stability, high biocompatibility, and easy functionalization. Herein, the structure and characteristics of hydrogels and the mechanism of action of several regular secondary structures during gelation are investigated. The factors influencing the formation of peptide hydrogels, especially the pH responsiveness and salt ion induction are analyzed and summarized. Finally, the biomedical applications of peptide hydrogels, such as bone tissue engineering, cell culture, antigen presentation, antibacterial materials, and drug delivery are reviewed.
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- Jiahui Zhang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Locus Street, High-Tech Industry Development Zone, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Locus Street, High-Tech Industry Development Zone, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Locus Street, High-Tech Industry Development Zone, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
- School of Chemical Engineering and Food Science, Zhengzhou University of Technology, Yingcai Road 18, Zhengzhou, 450044, Henan Province, China.
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Zhou L, Xu J, Schwab A, Tong W, Xu J, Zheng L, Li Y, Li Z, Xu S, Chen Z, Zou L, Zhao X, van Osch GJ, Wen C, Qin L. Engineered biochemical cues of regenerative biomaterials to enhance endogenous stem/progenitor cells (ESPCs)-mediated articular cartilage repair. Bioact Mater 2023; 26:490-512. [PMID: 37304336 PMCID: PMC10248882 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/13/2023] Open
Abstract
As a highly specialized shock-absorbing connective tissue, articular cartilage (AC) has very limited self-repair capacity after traumatic injuries, posing a heavy socioeconomic burden. Common clinical therapies for small- to medium-size focal AC defects are well-developed endogenous repair and cell-based strategies, including microfracture, mosaicplasty, autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI), and matrix-induced ACI (MACI). However, these treatments frequently result in mechanically inferior fibrocartilage, low cost-effectiveness, donor site morbidity, and short-term durability. It prompts an urgent need for innovative approaches to pattern a pro-regenerative microenvironment and yield hyaline-like cartilage with similar biomechanical and biochemical properties as healthy native AC. Acellular regenerative biomaterials can create a favorable local environment for AC repair without causing relevant regulatory and scientific concerns from cell-based treatments. A deeper understanding of the mechanism of endogenous cartilage healing is furthering the (bio)design and application of these scaffolds. Currently, the utilization of regenerative biomaterials to magnify the repairing effect of joint-resident endogenous stem/progenitor cells (ESPCs) presents an evolving improvement for cartilage repair. This review starts by briefly summarizing the current understanding of endogenous AC repair and the vital roles of ESPCs and chemoattractants for cartilage regeneration. Then several intrinsic hurdles for regenerative biomaterials-based AC repair are discussed. The recent advances in novel (bio)design and application regarding regenerative biomaterials with favorable biochemical cues to provide an instructive extracellular microenvironment and to guide the ESPCs (e.g. adhesion, migration, proliferation, differentiation, matrix production, and remodeling) for cartilage repair are summarized. Finally, this review outlines the future directions of engineering the next-generation regenerative biomaterials toward ultimate clinical translation.
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- Liangbin Zhou
- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, 3015 GD, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, 3015 GD, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, 3015 GD, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Health, Hong Kong Institute of Science & Innovation, Chinese Academy of Sciences - CRMH, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, 3015 GD, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, 3015 GD, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Biomechanical Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering, Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), 2600 AA, Delft, the Netherlands
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology & Innovative Orthopaedic Biomaterials and Drug Translational Research Laboratory of Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Centre for Translational Medicine Research and Development, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, The Chinese Academy of Sciences, 518000, Shenzhen, China
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Jiang EY, Desroches ST, Mikos AG. Particle carriers for controlled release of peptides. J Control Release 2023; 360:953-968. [PMID: 37004797 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2023.03.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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There has been growing discovery and use of therapeutic peptides in drug delivery and tissue engineering. Peptides are smaller than proteins and can be formulated into drug delivery systems without significant loss of their bioactivity, which remains a concern with proteins. However, the smaller size of peptides has made the controlled release of these bioactive molecules from carriers challenging. Thus, there has been increasing development of carriers to improve the controlled release of peptides by leveraging hydrophobic and electrostatic interactions between the peptide and the carrier. The focus of this review paper is to critically discuss synthetic and natural nanoparticles and microparticles that have been investigated for the controlled delivery of peptides with emphasis on the underlying interactions.
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- Emily Y Jiang
- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
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Yu L, Cavelier S, Hannon B, Wei M. Recent development in multizonal scaffolds for osteochondral regeneration. Bioact Mater 2023; 25:122-159. [PMID: 36817819 PMCID: PMC9931622 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 12/30/2022] [Accepted: 01/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Osteochondral (OC) repair is an extremely challenging topic due to the complex biphasic structure and poor intrinsic regenerative capability of natural osteochondral tissue. In contrast to the current surgical approaches which yield only short-term relief of symptoms, tissue engineering strategy has been shown more promising outcomes in treating OC defects since its emergence in the 1990s. In particular, the use of multizonal scaffolds (MZSs) that mimic the gradient transitions, from cartilage surface to the subchondral bone with either continuous or discontinuous compositions, structures, and properties of natural OC tissue, has been gaining momentum in recent years. Scrutinizing the latest developments in the field, this review offers a comprehensive summary of recent advances, current hurdles, and future perspectives of OC repair, particularly the use of MZSs including bilayered, trilayered, multilayered, and gradient scaffolds, by bringing together onerous demands of architecture designs, material selections, manufacturing techniques as well as the choices of growth factors and cells, each of which possesses its unique challenges and opportunities.
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- Le Yu
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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- Biomedical Engineering Program, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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- Biomedical Engineering Program, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH, 45701, USA
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Bai L, Tao G, Feng M, Xie Y, Cai S, Peng S, Xiao J. Hydrogel Drug Delivery Systems for Bone Regeneration. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15051334. [PMID: 37242576 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15051334] [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: 02/26/2023] [Revised: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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With the in-depth understanding of bone regeneration mechanisms and the development of bone tissue engineering, a variety of scaffold carrier materials with desirable physicochemical properties and biological functions have recently emerged in the field of bone regeneration. Hydrogels are being increasingly used in the field of bone regeneration and tissue engineering because of their biocompatibility, unique swelling properties, and relative ease of fabrication. Hydrogel drug delivery systems comprise cells, cytokines, an extracellular matrix, and small molecule nucleotides, which have different properties depending on their chemical or physical cross-linking. Additionally, hydrogels can be designed for different types of drug delivery for specific applications. In this paper, we summarize recent research in the field of bone regeneration using hydrogels as delivery carriers, detail the application of hydrogels in bone defect diseases and their mechanisms, and discuss future research directions of hydrogel drug delivery systems in bone tissue engineering.
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- Long Bai
- Department of Oral Implantology, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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- Department of Oral Implantology, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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- Department of Oral Implantology, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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- Department of Oral Implantology, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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- Department of Oral Implantology, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
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Abdal Dayem A, Lee SB, Lim KM, Kim A, Shin HJ, Vellingiri B, Kim YB, Cho SG. Bioactive peptides for boosting stem cell culture platform: Methods and applications. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 160:114376. [PMID: 36764131 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2022] [Revised: 02/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Peptides, short protein fragments, can emulate the functions of their full-length native counterparts. Peptides are considered potent recombinant protein alternatives due to their specificity, high stability, low production cost, and ability to be easily tailored and immobilized. Stem cell proliferation and differentiation processes are orchestrated by an intricate interaction between numerous growth factors and proteins and their target receptors and ligands. Various growth factors, functional proteins, and cellular matrix-derived peptides efficiently enhance stem cell adhesion, proliferation, and directed differentiation. For that, peptides can be immobilized on a culture plate or conjugated to scaffolds, such as hydrogels or synthetic matrices. In this review, we assess the applications of a variety of peptides in stem cell adhesion, culture, organoid assembly, proliferation, and differentiation, describing the shortcomings of recombinant proteins and their full-length counterparts. Furthermore, we discuss the challenges of peptide applications in stem cell culture and materials design, as well as provide a brief outlook on future directions to advance peptide applications in boosting stem cell quality and scalability for clinical applications in tissue regeneration.
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- Ahmed Abdal Dayem
- Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biotechnology, KU Convergence Science and Technology Institute, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biotechnology, KU Convergence Science and Technology Institute, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biotechnology, KU Convergence Science and Technology Institute, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea; R&D Team, StemExOne co., ltd. 303, Life Science Bldg, 120 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Urology, Konkuk University Medical Center, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea; R&D Team, StemExOne co., ltd. 303, Life Science Bldg, 120 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Research Institute of Medical Science, Konkuk University Medical Center, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea; R&D Team, StemExOne co., ltd. 303, Life Science Bldg, 120 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Stem cell and Regenerative Medicine/Translational Research, Department of Zoology, School of Basic Sciences, Central University of Punjab (CUPB), Bathinda 151401, Punjab, India
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- Department of Biomedical Science & Engineering, KU Convergence Science and Technology Institute, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biotechnology, KU Convergence Science and Technology Institute, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea; R&D Team, StemExOne co., ltd. 303, Life Science Bldg, 120 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea.
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Luo P, Fang J, Yang D, Yu L, Chen H, Jiang C, Guo R, Zhu T, Tang S. OP3-4 peptide sustained-release hydrogel inhibits osteoclast formation and promotes vascularization to promote bone regeneration in a rat femoral defect model. Bioeng Transl Med 2023; 8:e10414. [PMID: 36925715 PMCID: PMC10013759 DOI: 10.1002/btm2.10414] [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: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 08/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
Bone injury caused changes to surrounding tissues, leading to a large number of osteoclasts appeared to clear the damaged bone tissue before bone regeneration. However, overactive osteoclasts will inhibit bone formation. In this study, we prepared methacrylylated gelatin (GelMA)-based hydrogel to co-crosslink with OP3-4 peptide, a receptor activator of NF-κB ligand (RANKL) binding agent, to achieve the slow release of OP3-4 peptide to inhibit the activation of osteoclasts, thus preventing the long-term existence of osteoclasts from affecting bone regeneration, and promoting osteogenic differentiation. Moreover, CXCL9 secreted by osteoblasts will bind to endogenous VEGF and inhibit vascularization, finally hinder bone formation. Thus, anti-CXCL9 antibodies (A-CXCL9) were also loaded in the hydrogel to neutralize excess CXCL9. The hydrogel slow released of OP3-4 cyclic peptide and A-CXCL9 to simultaneously inhibiting osteoclast activation and promoting vascularization, thereby accelerating the healing of femur defect. Further analysis of osteogenic protein expression and signal pathways showed that the hydrogel may be through activating the AKT-RUNX2-ALP pathway and ultimately promote osteogenic differentiation. This dual-acting hydrogel can effectively prevent nonunion caused by low vascularization and provide long-term support for the treatment of bone injury.
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- Peng Luo
- Department of Sport Medicine Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital) Shenzhen China
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- Department of Sport Medicine Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital) Shenzhen China
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- Department of Spine Surgery Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital) Shenzhen China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital) Shenzhen China
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- Department of Sport Medicine Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital) Shenzhen China
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- Department of Sport Medicine Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital) Shenzhen China
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- Key Laboratory of Biomaterials of Guangdong Higher Education Institutes, Department of Biomedical Engineering Jinan University Guangzhou China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, and Preclinical Research Center Suining Central Hospital Sichuan China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Eighth Affiliated Hospital Sun Yat-sen University Shenzhen China
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Niu X, Li N, Du Z, Li X. Integrated gradient tissue-engineered osteochondral scaffolds: Challenges, current efforts and future perspectives. Bioact Mater 2023; 20:574-597. [PMID: 35846846 PMCID: PMC9254262 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2022.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
The osteochondral defect repair has been most extensively studied due to the rising demand for new therapies to diseases such as osteoarthritis. Tissue engineering has been proposed as a promising strategy to meet the demand of simultaneous regeneration of both cartilage and subchondral bone by constructing integrated gradient tissue-engineered osteochondral scaffold (IGTEOS). This review brought forward the main challenges of establishing a satisfactory IGTEOS from the perspectives of the complexity of physiology and microenvironment of osteochondral tissue, and the limitations of obtaining the desired and required scaffold. Then, we comprehensively discussed and summarized the current tissue-engineered efforts to resolve the above challenges, including architecture strategies, fabrication techniques and in vitro/in vivo evaluation methods of the IGTEOS. Especially, we highlighted the advantages and limitations of various fabrication techniques of IGTEOS, and common cases of IGTEOS application. Finally, based on the above challenges and current research progress, we analyzed in details the future perspectives of tissue-engineered osteochondral construct, so as to achieve the perfect reconstruction of the cartilaginous and osseous layers of osteochondral tissue simultaneously. This comprehensive and instructive review could provide deep insights into our current understanding of IGTEOS.
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- Xiaolian Niu
- Key Laboratory for Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Central Hospital of Baoding City, Baoding, 072350, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Central Hospital of Baoding City, Baoding, 072350, China
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- Key Laboratory for Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, 100083, China
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Pearce HA, Swain JWR, Victor LH, Hogan KJ, Jiang EY, Bedell ML, Navara AM, Farsheed A, Kim YS, Guo JL, Hartgerink JD, Grande-Allen KJ, Mikos AG. Thermogelling hydrogel charge and lower critical solution temperature influence cellular infiltration and tissue integration in an ex vivo cartilage explant model. J Biomed Mater Res A 2023; 111:15-34. [PMID: 36053984 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2022] [Revised: 08/03/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
Abstract
Thermogelling hydrogels based on poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide) (p[NiPAAm]) and crosslinked with a peptide-bearing macromer poly(glycolic acid)-poly(ethylene glycol)-poly(glycolic acid)-di(but-2-yne-1,4-dithiol) (PdBT) were fabricated to assess the role of hydrogel charge and lower critical solution temperature (LCST) over time in influencing cellular infiltration and tissue integration in an ex vivo cartilage explant model over 21 days. The p(NiPAAm)-based thermogelling polymer was synthesized to possess 0, 5, and 10 mol% dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone acrylate (DBA) to raise the LCST over time as the lactone rings hydrolyzed. Further, three peptides were designed to impart charge into the hydrogels via conjugation to the PdBT crosslinker. The positively, neutrally, and negatively charged peptides K4 (+), zwitterionic K2E2 (0), and E4 (-), respectively, were conjugated to the modular PdBT crosslinker and the hydrogels were evaluated for their thermogelation behavior in vitro before injection into the cartilage explant models. Samples were collected at days 0 and 21, and tissue integration and cellular infiltration were assessed via mechanical pushout testing and histology. Negatively charged hydrogels whose LCST changed over time (10 mol% DBA) were demonstrated to promote the greatest tissue integration when compared to the positive and neutral gels of the same thermogelling polymer formulation due to increased transport and diffusion across the hydrogel-tissue interface. Indeed, the negatively charged thermogelling polymer groups containing 5 and 10 mol% DBA demonstrated cellular infiltration and cartilage-like matrix deposition via histology. This study demonstrates the important role that material physicochemical properties play in dictating cell and tissue behavior and can inform future cartilage tissue engineering strategies.
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- Hannah A Pearce
- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
- Depatment of Chemistry, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
- Depatment of Chemistry, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas, USA
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Bedell ML, Wang Z, Hogan KJ, Torres AL, Pearce HA, Chim LK, Grande-Allen KJ, Mikos AG. The effect of multi-material architecture on the ex vivo osteochondral integration of bioprinted constructs. Acta Biomater 2023; 155:99-112. [PMID: 36384222 PMCID: PMC9805529 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2022.11.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2022] [Revised: 11/06/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Extrusion bioprinted constructs for osteochondral tissue engineering were fabricated to study the effect of multi-material architecture on encapsulated human mesenchymal stem cells' tissue-specific matrix deposition and integration into an ex vivo porcine osteochondral explant model. Two extrusion fiber architecture groups with differing transition regions and degrees of bone- and cartilage-like bioink mixing were employed. The gradient fiber (G-Fib) architecture group showed an increase in chondral integration over time, 18.5 ± 0.7 kPa on Day 21 compared to 9.6 ± 1.6 kPa on Day 1 for the required peak push-out force, and the segmented fiber (S-Fib) architecture group did not, which corresponded to the increase in sulfated glycosaminoglycan deposition noted only in the G-Fib group and the staining for cellularity and tissue-specific matrix deposition at the fiber-defect boundary. Conversely, the S-Fib architecture was associated with significant mineralization over time, but the G-Fib architecture was not. Notably, both fiber groups also had similar chondral integration as a re-inserted osteochondral tissue control. While architecture did dictate differences in the cells' responses to their environment, architecture was not shown to distinguish a statistically significant difference in tissue integration via fiber push-out testing within a given time point or explant region. Use of this three-week osteochondral model demonstrates that these bioink formulations support the fabrication of cell-laden constructs that integrate into explanted tissue as capably as natural tissue and encapsulate osteochondral matrix-producing cells, and it also highlights the important role that spatial architecture plays in the engineering of multi-phasic tissue environments. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: Here, an ex vivo model was used to interrogate fundamental questions about the effect of multi-material scaffold architectural choices on osteochondral tissue integration. Cell-encapsulating constructs resembling stratified osteochondral tissue were 3D printed with architecture consisting of either gradient transitions or segmented transitions between the bone-like and cartilage-like bioink regions. The printed constructs were assessed alongside re-inserted natural tissue plugs via mechanical tissue integration push-out testing, biochemical assays, and histology. Differences in osteochondral matrix deposition were observed based on architecture, and both printed groups demonstrated cartilage integration similar to the native tissue plug group. As 3D printing becomes commonplace within biomaterials and tissue engineering, this work illustrates critical 3D co-culture interactions and demonstrates the importance of considering architecture when interpreting the results of studies utilizing spatially complex, multi-material scaffolds.
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, TX, USA; Medical Scientist Training Program, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, TX, USA; NIBIB/NIH Center for Engineering Complex Tissues, USA.
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Yu H, Feng M, Mao G, Li Q, Zhang Z, Bian W, Qiu Y. Implementation of Photosensitive, Injectable, Interpenetrating, and Kartogenin-Modified GELMA/PEDGA Biomimetic Scaffolds to Restore Cartilage Integrity in a Full-Thickness Osteochondral Defect Model. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2022; 8:4474-4485. [PMID: 36074133 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.2c00445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Abstract
Cartilage defects caused by mechanical tear and wear are challenging clinical problems. Articular cartilage has unique load-bearing properties and limited self-repair ability. The current treatment methods, such as microfractures and autogenous cartilage transplantation to repair full-thickness cartilage defects, have apparent limitations. Tissue engineering technology has the potential to repair cartilage defects and directs current research development. To enhance the regenerative capacities of cartilage in weight-bearing areas, we attempted to develop a biomimetic scaffold loaded with a chondroprotective factor that can recreate structure, restore mechanical properties, and facilitate anabolic metabolism in larger joint defects. For enhanced spatial control over both bone and cartilage layers, it is envisioned that biomaterials that meet the needs of both tissue components are required for successful osteochondral repair. We used gelatin methacrylate (GELMA) and polyethylene glycol diacrylate (PEGDA) light-cured dual-network cross-linking modes that can significantly increase the mechanical properties of scaffolds and are capable of restoring function and prolonging the degradation time. Once the hydrogel complex was injected into the osteochondral defect, in situ UV light curing was applied to seamlessly connect the defect repair tissue with the surrounding normal cartilage tissue. The small molecule active substance kartogenin (KGN) can promote cartilage repair. We encapsulated KGN in biomimetic scaffolds so that, as the scaffold degrades, scaffold-loaded KGN was slowly released to induce endogenous mesenchymal stem cells to home and differentiate into chondrocytes to repair defective cartilage tissue. Our experiments have proven that, compared with the control group, GELMA/PEGDA + KGN repaired cartilage defects and restored cartilage to hyaline cartilage. Our study suggests that implementing photosensitive, injectable, interpenetrating, and kartogenin-modified GELMA/PEDGA biomimetic scaffolds may be a novel approach to restore cartilage integrity in full-thickness osteochondral defects.
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- Haiquan Yu
- Department of Orthopedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, People's Republic of China.,Department of Orthopedics, Shijiazhuang People's Hospital, Shijiazhuang 050001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, People's Republic of China.,Department of Orthopedics, Shijiazhuang People's Hospital, Shijiazhuang 050001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, People's Republic of China
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Rizzo MG, Palermo N, D’Amora U, Oddo S, Guglielmino SPP, Conoci S, Szychlinska MA, Calabrese G. Multipotential Role of Growth Factor Mimetic Peptides for Osteochondral Tissue Engineering. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23137388. [PMID: 35806393 PMCID: PMC9266819 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23137388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 06/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Articular cartilage is characterized by a poor self-healing capacity due to its aneural and avascular nature. Once injured, it undergoes a series of catabolic processes which lead to its progressive degeneration and the onset of a severe chronic disease called osteoarthritis (OA). In OA, important alterations of the morpho-functional organization occur in the cartilage extracellular matrix, involving all the nearby tissues, including the subchondral bone. Osteochondral engineering, based on a perfect combination of cells, biomaterials and biomolecules, is becoming increasingly successful for the regeneration of injured cartilage and underlying subchondral bone tissue. To this end, recently, several peptides have been explored as active molecules and enrichment motifs for the functionalization of biomaterials due to their ability to be easily chemically synthesized, as well as their tunable physico-chemical features, low immunogenicity issues and functional group modeling properties. In addition, they have shown a good aptitude to penetrate into the tissue due to their small size and stability at room temperature. In particular, growth-factor-derived peptides can play multiple functions in bone and cartilage repair, exhibiting chondrogenic/osteogenic differentiation properties. Among the most studied peptides, great attention has been paid to transforming growth factor-β and bone morphogenetic protein mimetic peptides, cell-penetrating peptides, cell-binding peptides, self-assembling peptides and extracellular matrix-derived peptides. Moreover, recently, phage display technology is emerging as a powerful selection technique for obtaining functional peptides on a large scale and at a low cost. In particular, these peptides have demonstrated advantages such as high biocompatibility; the ability to be immobilized directly on chondro- and osteoinductive nanomaterials; and improving the cell attachment, differentiation, development and regeneration of osteochondral tissue. In this context, the aim of the present review was to go through the recent literature underlining the importance of studying novel functional motifs related to growth factor mimetic peptides that could be a useful tool in osteochondral repair strategies. Moreover, the review summarizes the current knowledge of the use of phage display peptides in osteochondral tissue regeneration.
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- Maria Giovanna Rizzo
- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres, 31, 98168 Messina, Italy; (M.G.R.); (N.P.); (S.O.); (S.P.P.G.)
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres, 31, 98168 Messina, Italy; (M.G.R.); (N.P.); (S.O.); (S.P.P.G.)
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- Institute of Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials—National Research Council, Viale J. F. Kennedy 54, Mostra d’Oltremare, Pad. 20, 80125 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres, 31, 98168 Messina, Italy; (M.G.R.); (N.P.); (S.O.); (S.P.P.G.)
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres, 31, 98168 Messina, Italy; (M.G.R.); (N.P.); (S.O.); (S.P.P.G.)
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres, 31, 98168 Messina, Italy; (M.G.R.); (N.P.); (S.O.); (S.P.P.G.)
- Department of Chemistry “Giacomo Ciamician”, University of Bologna, Via Selmi 2, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- Correspondence: (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Department of Biomedicine, Neuroscience and Advanced Diagnostics (Bi.N.D.), University of Palermo, Via del Vespro, 129, 90127 Palermo, Italy;
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d’Alcontres, 31, 98168 Messina, Italy; (M.G.R.); (N.P.); (S.O.); (S.P.P.G.)
- Correspondence: (S.C.); (G.C.)
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Wang Z, Le H, Wang Y, Liu H, Li Z, Yang X, Wang C, Ding J, Chen X. Instructive cartilage regeneration modalities with advanced therapeutic implantations under abnormal conditions. Bioact Mater 2022; 11:317-338. [PMID: 34977434 PMCID: PMC8671106 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2021.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2021] [Revised: 09/19/2021] [Accepted: 10/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
The development of interdisciplinary biomedical engineering brings significant breakthroughs to the field of cartilage regeneration. However, cartilage defects are considerably more complicated in clinical conditions, especially when injuries occur at specific sites (e.g., osteochondral tissue, growth plate, and weight-bearing area) or under inflammatory microenvironments (e.g., osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis). Therapeutic implantations, including advanced scaffolds, developed growth factors, and various cells alone or in combination currently used to treat cartilage lesions, address cartilage regeneration under abnormal conditions. This review summarizes the strategies for cartilage regeneration at particular sites and pathological microenvironment regulation and discusses the challenges and opportunities for clinical transformation.
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- Zhonghan Wang
- Department of Plastic and Reconstruct Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, 1 Xinmin Street, Changchun, 130021, PR China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130041, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130041, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130041, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130041, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130041, PR China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130041, PR China
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstruct Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, 1 Xinmin Street, Changchun, 130021, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 5625 Renmin Street, Changchun, 130022, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 5625 Renmin Street, Changchun, 130022, PR China
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Xia P, Yan S, Li G, Yin J. Preparation of Assemblable Chondral and Subchondral Bone Microtissues for Osteochondral Tissue Engineering. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:12089-12105. [PMID: 35244384 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c00997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Microtissues exhibit great advantages in injecting with minimum invasiveness, mimicking natural tissues, and promoting tissue regeneration. However, very few studies have focused on the construction of osteochondral microtissues that could simultaneously support hyaline-like cartilage and bone tissue regeneration. In this study, chondral microtissues that could favor the formation of hyaline-like cartilages and subchondral bone microtissues that could repair subchondral defects to support the neo-generated cartilages were successfully constructed for osteochondral tissue engineering. For chondral repair, the developed chondral microgels with high porosity and hydrophilicity could make cells spherical, favor the formation of cell aggregates, and show an excellent differentiation effect toward hyaline-like cartilage, thus contributing to the production of chondral microtissues. For subchondral bone repair, the fabricated subchondral microgels realize cell adhesion and proliferation and support the osteogenic differentiation of stem cells, thus favoring the formation of subchondral bone microtissues. The injectable chondral and subchondral bone microtissues could be stably assembled by Michael addition reaction between sulfhydryl groups of microtissues and double bonds of hydrophilic macromolecular cross-linker. At 12 weeks postimplantation, osteochondral microtissues could support the reconstruction of osteochondral-like tissues. The present study provides new insight into the microtissues for repair of osteochondral tissues.
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- Pengfei Xia
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
- Department of Polymer Materials, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
- Department of Polymer Materials, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
- Department of Polymer Materials, Shanghai University, 99 Shangda Road, Shanghai 200444, People's Republic of China
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Gu X, Zha Y, Li Y, Chen J, Liu S, Du Y, Zhang S, Wang J. Integrated polycaprolactone microsphere-based scaffolds with biomimetic hierarchy and tunable vascularization for osteochondral repair. Acta Biomater 2022; 141:190-197. [PMID: 35041901 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2022.01.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2021] [Revised: 01/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
Abstract
Osteochondral lesion potentially causes a variety of joint degenerative diseases if it cannot be treated effectively and timely. Microfracture as the conservative surgical choice achieves limited results for the larger defect whereas cartilage patches trigger integrated instability and cartilage fibrosis. To tackle aforementioned issues, here we explore to fabricate an integrated osteochondral scaffold for synergetic regeneration of cartilage and subchondral bone in one system. On the macro level, we fabricated three integrated scaffolds with distinct channel patterns of Non-channel, Consecutive-channel and Inconsecutive-channel via Selective Laser Sintering (SLS). On the micro level, both cartilage zone and subchondral bone zone of integrated scaffold were made of small polycaprolactone (PCL) microspheres and large PCL microspheres, respectively. Our findings showed that Inconsecutive-channel scaffolds possessed integrated hierarchical structure, adaptable compression strength, gradient interconnected porosity. Cartilage zone presented a dense phase for the inhibition of vessel invasion while subchondral bone zone generated a porous phase for the ingrowth of bone and vessel. Both cartilage regeneration and subchondral bone remodeling in the group of Inconsecutive-channel scaffolds have been demonstrated by histological evaluation and immunofluorescence staining in vivo. Consequently, our current work not only achieves an effective and regenerative microsphere scaffold for osteochondral reconstruction, but also provides a feasible methodology to recover injured joint through integrated design with diverse hierarchy. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: Recovery of osteochondral lesion highly depends on hierarchical architecture and tunable vascularization in distinct zones. We therefore design a special integrated osteochondral scaffold with inconsecutive channel structure and vascularized modulation. The channel pattern impacts on mechanical strength and the infiltration of bone marrow, and eventually triggers synergetic repair of osteochondral defect. The cartilage zone of integrated scaffolds consisted of small PCL microspheres forms a dense phase for physical restriction of vascularized infiltration whereas the subchondral bone zone made of large PCL microspheres generates porous trabecula-like structure for promoting vascularization. Consequently, the current work indicates both mechanical adaptation and regional vascularized modulation play a pivotal role on osteochondral repair.
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Zhu M, Zhong W, Cao W, Zhang Q, Wu G. Chondroinductive/chondroconductive peptides and their-functionalized biomaterials for cartilage tissue engineering. Bioact Mater 2022; 9:221-238. [PMID: 34820567 PMCID: PMC8585793 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2021.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2021] [Revised: 05/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
The repair of articular cartilage defects is still challenging in the fields of orthopedics and maxillofacial surgery due to the avascular structure of articular cartilage and the limited regenerative capacity of mature chondrocytes. To provide viable treatment options, tremendous efforts have been made to develop various chondrogenically-functionalized biomaterials for cartilage tissue engineering. Peptides that are derived from and mimic the functions of chondroconductive cartilage extracellular matrix and chondroinductive growth factors, represent a unique group of bioactive agents for chondrogenic functionalization. Since they can be chemically synthesized, peptides bear better reproducibility, more stable efficacy, higher modifiability and yielding efficiency in comparison with naturally derived biomaterials and recombinant growth factors. In this review, we summarize the current knowledge in the designs of the chondroinductive/chondroconductive peptides, the underlying molecular mechanisms and their-functionalized biomaterials for cartilage tissue engineering. We also systematically compare their in-vitro and in-vivo efficacies in inducing chondrogenesis. Our vision is to stimulate the development of novel peptides and their-functionalized biomaterials for cartilage tissue engineering.
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- Mingjing Zhu
- Department of Temporomandibular Joint, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510182, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), Amsterdam Movement Science (AMS), Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Temporomandibular Joint, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510182, China
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- Department of Temporomandibular Joint, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510182, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), Amsterdam Movement Science (AMS), Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Oral Cell Biology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Temporomandibular Joint, Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Basic and Applied Research of Oral Regenerative Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510182, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), Amsterdam Movement Science (AMS), Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Oral Cell Biology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Wang J, Liu Q, Guo Z, Pan H, Liu Z, Tang R. Progress on Biomimetic Mineralization and Materials for Hard Tissue Regeneration. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2021; 9:1757-1773. [PMID: 34870411 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.1c01070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Abstract
Biomineralization is a process in which natural organisms regulate the crystal growth of inorganic minerals, resulting in hierarchical structured biominerals with excellent properties. Typical biominerals in the human body are the bones and teeth, and damage to these hard tissues directly affect our daily lives. The repair of bones and teeth in a biomimetic way, either by using a biomimetic mineralization strategy or biomimetic materials, is the key for hard tissue regeneration. In this review, we briefly introduce the structure of bone and tooth, and highlight the fundamental role of collagen mineralization in tissue repair. The recent progress on intra-/extrafibrillar collagen mineralization by a biomimetic strategy or materials is presented, and their potential for tissue regeneration is discussed. Then, recent achievements on bone and tooth repair are summarized, and these works are discussed in the view of materials science and biological science, providing a broader vision for the future research of hard tissue repair techniques. Lastly, recent progress on hard tissue regeneration is concluded, and existing problems and future directions are prospected.
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- Jie Wang
- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China
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- Qiushi Academy for Advanced Studies, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China.,State Key Laboratory of Silicon Materials, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China.,State Key Laboratory of Silicon Materials, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310027, China
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Pearce HA, Jiang EY, Swain JWR, Navara AM, Guo JL, Kim YS, Woehr A, Hartgerink JD, Mikos AG. Evaluating the physicochemical effects of conjugating peptides into thermogelling hydrogels for regenerative biomaterials applications. Regen Biomater 2021; 8:rbab073. [PMID: 34934509 PMCID: PMC8684499 DOI: 10.1093/rb/rbab073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2021] [Revised: 11/14/2021] [Accepted: 11/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Thermogelling hydrogels, such as poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) [P(NiPAAm)], provide tunable constructs leveraged in many regenerative biomaterial applications. Recently, our lab developed the crosslinker poly(glycolic acid)-poly(ethylene glycol)-poly(glycolic acid)-di(but-2-yne-1,4-dithiol), which crosslinks P(NiPAAm-co-glycidyl methacrylate) via thiol-epoxy reaction and can be functionalized with azide-terminated peptides via alkyne-azide click chemistry. This study's aim was to evaluate the impact of peptides on the physicochemical properties of the hydrogels. The physicochemical properties of the hydrogels including the lower critical solution temperature, crosslinking times, swelling, degradation, peptide release and cytocompatibility were evaluated. The gels bearing peptides increased equilibrium swelling indicating hydrophilicity of the hydrogel components. Comparable sol fractions were found for all groups, indicating that inclusion of peptides does not impact crosslinking. Moreover, the inclusion of a matrix metalloproteinase-sensitive peptide allowed elucidation of whether release of peptides from the network was driven by hydrolysis or enzymatic cleavage. The hydrophilicity of the network determined by the swelling behavior was demonstrated to be the most important factor in dictating hydrogel behavior over time. This study demonstrates the importance of characterizing the impact of additives on the physicochemical properties of hydrogels. These characteristics are key in determining design considerations for future in vitro and in vivo studies for tissue regeneration.
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- Hannah A Pearce
- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Depatment of Chemistry, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Depatment of Chemistry, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6500 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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