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Mahmoudi N, Roque M, Paiva Dos Santos B, Oliveira H, Siadous R, Rey S, Garanger E, Lecommandoux S, Catros S, Garbay B, Amédée Vilamitjana J. An Elastin-Derived Composite Matrix for Enhanced Vascularized and Innervated Bone Tissue Reconstruction: From Material Development to Preclinical Evaluation. Adv Healthc Mater 2024; 13:e2303765. [PMID: 38651610 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202303765] [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: 10/29/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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Despite progress in bone tissue engineering, reconstruction of large bone defects remains an important clinical challenge. Here, a biomaterial designed to recruit bone cells, endothelial cells, and neuronal fibers within the same matrix is developed, enabling bone tissue regeneration. The bioactive matrix is based on modified elastin-like polypeptides (ELPs) grafted with laminin-derived adhesion peptides IKVAV and YIGSR, and the SNA15 peptide for retention of hydroxyapatite (HA) particles. The composite matrix shows suitable porosity, interconnectivity, biocompatibility for endothelial cells, and the ability to support neurites outgrowth by sensory neurons. Subcutaneous implantation leads to the formation of osteoid tissue, characterized by the presence of bone cells, vascular networks, and neuronal structures, while minimizing inflammation. Using a rat femoral condyle defect model, longitudinal micro-CT analysis is performed, which demonstrates a significant increase in the volume of mineralized tissue when using the ELP-based matrix compared to empty defects and a commercially available control (Collapat). Furthermore, visible blood vessel networks and nerve fibers are observed within the lesions after a period of two weeks. By incorporating multiple key components that support cell growth, mineralization, and tissue integration, this ELP-based composite matrix provides a holistic and versatile solution to enhance bone tissue regeneration.
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- Nadia Mahmoudi
- Tissue Bioengineering Laboratory (BioTis), Inserm U1026, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Tissue Bioengineering Laboratory (BioTis), Inserm U1026, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Tissue Bioengineering Laboratory (BioTis), Inserm U1026, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Tissue Bioengineering Laboratory (BioTis), Inserm U1026, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Tissue Bioengineering Laboratory (BioTis), Inserm U1026, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- Tissue Bioengineering Laboratory (BioTis), Inserm U1026, University of Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
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- CHU Bordeaux, Dentistry and Oral Health Department, Bordeaux, 33076, France
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- Univ. Bordeaux, CNRS, Bordeaux INP, LCPO, UMR, Pessac, 5629, France
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González-Pérez F, Alonso M, González de Torre I, Santos M, Rodríguez-Cabello JC. Protease-Sensitive, VEGF-Mimetic Peptide, and IKVAV Laminin-Derived Peptide Sequences within Elastin-Like Recombinamer Scaffolds Provide Spatiotemporally Synchronized Guidance of Angiogenesis and Neurogenesis. Adv Healthc Mater 2022; 11:e2201646. [PMID: 36099430 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202201646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2022] [Revised: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Spatiotemporal control of vascularization and innervation is a desired hallmark in advanced tissue regeneration. For this purpose, we design a 3D model scaffold, based on elastin-like recombinamer (ELR) hydrogels. This contains two interior and well-defined areas, small cylinders, with differentiated bioactivities with respect to the bulk. Both are constructed on a protease sensitive ELR with a fast-proteolyzed domain, but one bears a VEGF-mimetic peptide (QK) and the other a laminin-derived pentapeptide (IKVAV), to promote angiogenesis and neurogenesis, respectively. The outer bulk is based on a slow proteolytic sequence and RGD cell adhesion domains. In vitro studies show the effect of QK and IKVAV peptides on the promotion of endothelial cell and axon spreading, respectively. The subcutaneous implantation of the final 3D scaffold demonstrates the ability to spatiotemporally control angiogenesis and neurogenesis in vivo. Specifically, the inner small cylinder containing the QK peptide promotes fast endothelialization, whereas the one with IKVAV peptide promotes fast neurogenesis. Both, vascularization and innervation take place in advance of the bulk scaffold infiltration. This scaffold shows that it is possible to induce vascularization and innervation in predetermined areas of the scaffold well ahead to the bulk infiltration. That significantly increases the efficiency of the regenerative activity.
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- Fernando González-Pérez
- G.I.R. BIOFORGE (Group for Advanced Materials and Nanobiotechnology), CIBER-BBN, Edificio LUCIA, Universidad de Valladolid, Paseo Belén 19, Valladolid, 47011, Spain
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- G.I.R. BIOFORGE (Group for Advanced Materials and Nanobiotechnology), CIBER-BBN, Edificio LUCIA, Universidad de Valladolid, Paseo Belén 19, Valladolid, 47011, Spain
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- G.I.R. BIOFORGE (Group for Advanced Materials and Nanobiotechnology), CIBER-BBN, Edificio LUCIA, Universidad de Valladolid, Paseo Belén 19, Valladolid, 47011, Spain
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- G.I.R. BIOFORGE (Group for Advanced Materials and Nanobiotechnology), CIBER-BBN, Edificio LUCIA, Universidad de Valladolid, Paseo Belén 19, Valladolid, 47011, Spain
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- G.I.R. BIOFORGE (Group for Advanced Materials and Nanobiotechnology), CIBER-BBN, Edificio LUCIA, Universidad de Valladolid, Paseo Belén 19, Valladolid, 47011, Spain
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Zhang D, Li Z, Shi H, Yao Y, Du W, Lu P, Liang K, Hong L, Gao C. Micropatterns and peptide gradient on the inner surface of a guidance conduit synergistically promotes nerve regeneration in vivo. Bioact Mater 2022; 9:134-146. [PMID: 34820561 PMCID: PMC8586031 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2021.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Both of the surface topographical features and distribution of biochemical cues can influence the cell-substrate interactions and thereby tissue regeneration in vivo. However, they have not been combined simultaneously onto a biodegradable scaffold to demonstrate the synergistic role so far. In this study, a proof-of-concept study is performed to prepare micropatterns and peptide gradient on the inner wall of a poly (D,L-lactide-co-caprolactone) (PLCL) guidance conduit and its advantages in regeneration of peripheral nerve in vivo. After linear ridges/grooves of 20/40 μm in width are created on the PLCL film, its surface is aminolyzed in a kinetically controlled manner to obtain the continuous gradient of amino groups, which are then transferred to CQAASIKVAV peptide density gradient via covalent coupling of glutaraldehyde. The Schwann cells are better aligned along with the stripes, and show a faster migration rate toward the region of higher peptide density. Implantation of the nerve guidance conduit made of the PLCL film having both the micropatterns and peptide gradient can significantly accelerate the regeneration of sciatic nerve in terms of rate, function recovery and microstructures, and reduction of fibrosis in muscle tissues. Moreover, this nerve conduit can also benefit the M2 polarization of macrophages and promote vascularization in vivo.
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- Deteng Zhang
- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine. Hangzhou, 310009, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine. Hangzhou, 310009, China
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- Department of Hand Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine. Hangzhou, 310009, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
- Dr. Li Dak Sum & Yip Yio Chin Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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Potjewyd G, Kellett K, Hooper N. 3D hydrogel models of the neurovascular unit to investigate blood-brain barrier dysfunction. Neuronal Signal 2021; 5:NS20210027. [PMID: 34804595 PMCID: PMC8579151 DOI: 10.1042/ns20210027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Revised: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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The neurovascular unit (NVU), consisting of neurons, glial cells, vascular cells (endothelial cells, pericytes and vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs)) together with the surrounding extracellular matrix (ECM), is an important interface between the peripheral blood and the brain parenchyma. Disruption of the NVU impacts on blood-brain barrier (BBB) regulation and underlies the development and pathology of multiple neurological disorders, including stroke and Alzheimer's disease (AD). The ability to differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into the different cell types of the NVU and incorporate them into physical models provides a reverse engineering approach to generate human NVU models to study BBB function. To recapitulate the in vivo situation such NVU models must also incorporate the ECM to provide a 3D environment with appropriate mechanical and biochemical cues for the cells of the NVU. In this review, we provide an overview of the cells of the NVU and the surrounding ECM, before discussing the characteristics (stiffness, functionality and porosity) required of hydrogels to mimic the ECM when incorporated into in vitro NVU models. We summarise the approaches available to measure BBB functionality and present the techniques in use to develop robust and translatable models of the NVU, including transwell models, hydrogel models, 3D-bioprinting, microfluidic models and organoids. The incorporation of iPSCs either without or with disease-specific genetic mutations into these NVU models provides a platform in which to study normal and disease mechanisms, test BBB permeability to drugs, screen for new therapeutic targets and drugs or to design cell-based therapies.
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- Geoffrey Potjewyd
- Division of Neuroscience and Experimental Psychology, School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PT, U.K
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- Division of Neuroscience and Experimental Psychology, School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PT, U.K
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- Division of Neuroscience and Experimental Psychology, School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PT, U.K
- Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Northern Care Alliance and University of Manchester, Manchester, U.K
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Zhang X, van Rijt S. 2D biointerfaces to study stem cell-ligand interactions. Acta Biomater 2021; 131:80-96. [PMID: 34237424 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2021.06.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Stem cells have great potential in the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine due to their inherent regenerative capabilities. However, an ongoing challenge within their clinical translation is to elicit or predict the desired stem cell behavior once transplanted. Stem cell behavior and function are regulated by their interaction with biophysical and biochemical signals present in their natural environment (i.e., stem cell niches). To increase our understanding about the interplay between stem cells and their resident microenvironments, biointerfaces have been developed as tools to study how these substrates can affect stem cell behaviors. This article aims to review recent developments on fabricating cell-instructive interfaces to control cell adhesion processes towards directing stem cell behavior. After an introduction on stem cells and their natural environment, static surfaces exhibiting predefined biochemical signals to probe the effect of chemical features on stem cell behaviors are discussed. In the third section, we discuss more complex dynamic platforms able to display biochemical cues with spatiotemporal control using on-off ligand display, reversible ligand display, and ligand mobility. In the last part of the review, we provide the reader with an outlook on future designs of biointerfaces. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: Stem cells have great potential as treatments for many degenerative disorders prevalent in our aging societies. However, an ongoing challenge within their clinical translation is to promote stem cell mediated regeneration once they are transplanted in the body. Stem cells reside within our bodies where their behavior and function are regulated by interactions with their natural environment called the stem cell niche. To increase our understanding about the interplay between stem cells and their niche, 2D materials have been developed as tools to study how specific signals can affect stem cell behaviors. This article aims to review recent developments on fabricating cell-instructive interfaces to control cell adhesion processes towards directing stem cell behavior.
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Fischer NG, Münchow EA, Tamerler C, Bottino MC, Aparicio C. Harnessing biomolecules for bioinspired dental biomaterials. J Mater Chem B 2020; 8:8713-8747. [PMID: 32747882 PMCID: PMC7544669 DOI: 10.1039/d0tb01456g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Dental clinicians have relied for centuries on traditional dental materials (polymers, ceramics, metals, and composites) to restore oral health and function to patients. Clinical outcomes for many crucial dental therapies remain poor despite many decades of intense research on these materials. Recent attention has been paid to biomolecules as a chassis for engineered preventive, restorative, and regenerative approaches in dentistry. Indeed, biomolecules represent a uniquely versatile and precise tool to enable the design and development of bioinspired multifunctional dental materials to spur advancements in dentistry. In this review, we survey the range of biomolecules that have been used across dental biomaterials. Our particular focus is on the key biological activity imparted by each biomolecule toward prevention of dental and oral diseases as well as restoration of oral health. Additional emphasis is placed on the structure-function relationships between biomolecules and their biological activity, the unique challenges of each clinical condition, limitations of conventional therapies, and the advantages of each class of biomolecule for said challenge. Biomaterials for bone regeneration are not reviewed as numerous existing reviews on the topic have been recently published. We conclude our narrative review with an outlook on the future of biomolecules in dental biomaterials and potential avenues of innovation for biomaterial-based patient oral care.
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- Nicholas G Fischer
- Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics, University of Minnesota, 16-250A Moos Tower, 515 Delaware St. SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455, USA.
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Xing F, Li L, Zhou C, Long C, Wu L, Lei H, Kong Q, Fan Y, Xiang Z, Zhang X. Regulation and Directing Stem Cell Fate by Tissue Engineering Functional Microenvironments: Scaffold Physical and Chemical Cues. Stem Cells Int 2019; 2019:2180925. [PMID: 31949436 PMCID: PMC6948329 DOI: 10.1155/2019/2180925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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It is well known that stem cells reside within tissue engineering functional microenvironments that physically localize them and direct their stem cell fate. Recent efforts in the development of more complex and engineered scaffold technologies, together with new understanding of stem cell behavior in vitro, have provided a new impetus to study regulation and directing stem cell fate. A variety of tissue engineering technologies have been developed to regulate the fate of stem cells. Traditional methods to change the fate of stem cells are adding growth factors or some signaling pathways. In recent years, many studies have revealed that the geometrical microenvironment played an essential role in regulating the fate of stem cells, and the physical factors of scaffolds including mechanical properties, pore sizes, porosity, surface stiffness, three-dimensional structures, and mechanical stimulation may affect the fate of stem cells. Chemical factors such as cell-adhesive ligands and exogenous growth factors would also regulate the fate of stem cells. Understanding how these physical and chemical cues affect the fate of stem cells is essential for building more complex and controlled scaffolds for directing stem cell fate.
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- Fei Xing
- Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 610064 Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 610064 Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 610064 Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 610064 Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, 610064 Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Hsu YI, Yamaoka T. Improved exposure of bioactive peptides to the outermost surface of the polylactic acid nanofiber scaffold. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2019; 108:1274-1280. [PMID: 31429188 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.34475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2019] [Revised: 07/02/2019] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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We recently reported a novel method to modify the polylactic acid (PLLA) nanofiber scaffold with IKVAV peptide/oligo (d-lactic acid) (ODLA) heteroconjugates. However, a part of the IKVAV sequence was not exposed to the outermost surface and therefore, cell adhesion was not optimized. In this study, we evaluated two strategies to improve the exposing efficiency of IKVAV. One strategy introduced a hydrophilic diethylene glycol (diEG) segment between IKVAV and ODLA. In the second method, these modified nanofibers were heated to a given temperature and cooled to room temperature in water. The IKVAV peptides at the outermost surface were quantified by the fluorescein isothiocyanate staining method. After being heated above the PLLA glass transition temperature, the exposing efficiency of the IKVAV sequence on the PLLA/ODLA-diEG-IKVAV nanofiber was three times higher than that on the PLLA/ODLA-IKVAV unheated nanofiber. Moreover, nearly 100% of the PC-12 cells seeded onto the PLLA/ODLA-diEG-IKVAV nanofiber and were well distributed, while only 50% of the PC-12 cells seeded onto the PLLA and PLLA/ODLA-IKVAV nanofibers. These strategies markedly enhanced the exposing efficiency of the bioactive peptides; therefore, their use can be applicable to other nanofiber scaffolds.
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- Yu-I Hsu
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Research Institute, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Research Institute, Osaka, Japan
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Heath DE. A Review of Decellularized Extracellular Matrix Biomaterials for Regenerative Engineering Applications. REGENERATIVE ENGINEERING AND TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s40883-018-0080-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Laminin-derived Ile-Lys-Val-ala-Val: a promising bioactive peptide in neural tissue engineering in traumatic brain injury. Cell Tissue Res 2017; 371:223-236. [PMID: 29082446 DOI: 10.1007/s00441-017-2717-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2017] [Accepted: 10/10/2017] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
Abstract
The adult brain has a very limited regeneration capacity and there is no effective treatment currently available for brain injury. Neuroprotective drugs aim to reduce the intensity of cell degeneration but do not trigger tissue regeneration. Cell replacement therapy is a novel strategy to overcome brain injury-induced disability. To enhance cell viability and neuronal differentiation, developing bioactive scaffolds combined with stem cells for transplantation is a crucial approach in brain tissue engineering. Cell interactions with the extracellular matrix (ECM) play a vital role in neuronal cell survival, neurite outgrowth, attachment, migration, differentiation, and proliferation. Thus, appropriate cell-ECM interactions are essential when designing and modifying scaffolds for application in neural tissue engineering. To improve cell-ECM interactions, scaffolds can be modified with bioactive peptides. Here, we discuss the characteristic features of laminin-derived Ile-Lys-Val-Ala-Val (IKVAV) sequence as a bio-functional motif in scaffolds and the behavior of stem cells in scaffolds conjugated with the IKVAV peptide. The incorporation of this bioactive peptide in nanofiber scaffolds markedly improves stem cell behavior and may be a potential method for cell replacement therapy in traumatic brain injury.
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Heath DE, Cooper SL. The development of polymeric biomaterials inspired by the extracellular matrix. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION 2017; 28:1051-1069. [DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2017.1297285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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- Daniel E. Heath
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Particulate Fluids Processing Centre, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Daniel E. Heath
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering; Particulate Fluids Processing Centre; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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Le Saux G, Plawinski L, Parrot C, Nlate S, Servant L, Teichmann M, Buffeteau T, Durrieu MC. Surface bound VEGF mimicking peptide maintains endothelial cell proliferation in the absence of soluble VEGF in vitro. J Biomed Mater Res A 2016; 104:1425-36. [PMID: 26845245 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.35677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2015] [Revised: 12/23/2015] [Accepted: 02/02/2016] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Continuous glucose monitoring is an efficient method for the management of diabetes and in limiting the complications induced by large fluctuations in glucose levels. For this, intravascular systems may assist in producing more reliable and accurate devices. However, neovascularization is a key factor to be addressed in improving their biocompatibility. In this scope, the perennial modification of the surface of an implant with the proangiogenic Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor mimic peptide (SVVYGLR peptide sequence) holds great promise. Herein, we report on the preparation of gold substrates presenting the covalently grafted SVVYGLR peptide sequence and their effect on HUVEC behavior. Effective coupling was demonstrated using XPS and PM-IRRAS. The produced surfaces were shown to be beneficial for HUVEC adhesion. Importantly, surface bound SVVYGLR is able to maintain HUVEC proliferation even in the absence of soluble VEGF. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Biomed Mater Res Part A: 104A: 1425-1436, 2016.
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- Equipe Labellisée Contre Le Cancer, F-33607, Pessac, France
- INSERM, U869, ARNA Laboratory, Equipe Labellisée Contre Le Cancer, Bordeaux, F-33076, France
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- University of Bordeaux, CBMN, UMR 5248, Pessac, F-33600, France
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- University of Bordeaux, ISM, UMR 5255, Talence, F-33400, France
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- Equipe Labellisée Contre Le Cancer, F-33607, Pessac, France
- INSERM, U869, ARNA Laboratory, Equipe Labellisée Contre Le Cancer, Bordeaux, F-33076, France
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Chen S, Zhang M, Shao X, Wang X, Zhang L, Xu P, Zhong W, Zhang L, Xing M, Zhang L. A laminin mimetic peptide SIKVAV-conjugated chitosan hydrogel promoting wound healing by enhancing angiogenesis, re-epithelialization and collagen deposition. J Mater Chem B 2015; 3:6798-6804. [DOI: 10.1039/c5tb00842e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Angiogenesis and re-epithelialization are critical factors in skin wound healing.
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- Shixuan Chen
- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
- Departments of Mechanical Engineering
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
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- Departments of Mechanical Engineering
- Biochemistry and Medical Genetics
- University of Manitoba, and Manitoba Children's Hospital of Research Institute
- Winnipeg
- Canada
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
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- Department of Biosystem Engineering
- University of Manitoba
- Winnipeg
- Canada
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
- Elderly Health Services Research Center
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- Departments of Mechanical Engineering
- Biochemistry and Medical Genetics
- University of Manitoba, and Manitoba Children's Hospital of Research Institute
- Winnipeg
- Canada
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- Southern Medical University
- Guangzhou 510515
- China
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Ali S, Saik JE, Gould DJ, Dickinson ME, West JL. Immobilization of Cell-Adhesive Laminin Peptides in Degradable PEGDA Hydrogels Influences Endothelial Cell Tubulogenesis. Biores Open Access 2013; 2:241-9. [PMID: 23914330 PMCID: PMC3731677 DOI: 10.1089/biores.2013.0021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Attachment, spreading, and organization of endothelial cells into tubule networks are mediated by interactions between cells in the extracellular microenvironment. Laminins are key extracellular matrix components and regulators of cell adhesion, migration, and proliferation. In this study, laminin-derived peptides were conjugated to poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) monoacrylate and covalently incorporated into degradable PEG diacrylate (PEGDA) hydrogels to investigate the influence of these peptides on endothelial cellular adhesion and function in organizing into tubule networks. Degradable PEGDA hydrogels were synthesized by incorporating a matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)–sensitive peptide, GGGPQGIWGQGK (abbreviated PQ), into the polymer backbone. The secretion of MMP-2 and MMP-9 by endothelial cells promotes polymer degradation and consequently cell migration. We demonstrate the formation of extensive networks of tubule-like structures by encapsulated human umbilical vein endothelial cells in hydrogels with immobilized synthetic peptides. The resulting structures were stabilized by pericyte precursor cells (10T1/2s) in vitro. During tubule formation and stabilization, extracellular matrix proteins such as collagen IV and laminin were deposited. Tubules formed in the matrix of metalloproteinase sensitive hydrogels were visualized from 7 days to 4 weeks in response to different combination of peptides. Moreover, hydrogels functionalized with laminin peptides and transplanted in a mouse cornea supported the ingrowth and attachment of endothelial cells to the hydrogel during angiogenesis. Results of this study illustrate the use of laminin-derived peptides as potential candidates for modification of biomaterials to support angiogenesis.
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- Saniya Ali
- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas
- Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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Ghosh K, Thodeti CK, Ingber DE. Micromechanical Design Criteria for Tissue Engineering Biomaterials. Biomater Sci 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-08-087780-8.00142-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Boccafoschi F, Fusaro L, Mosca C, Bosetti M, Chevallier P, Mantovani D, Cannas M. The biological response of poly(L-lactide) films modified by different biomolecules: role of the coating strategy. J Biomed Mater Res A 2012; 100:2373-81. [PMID: 22528472 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.34180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2011] [Revised: 03/15/2012] [Accepted: 03/19/2012] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The interactions between the surface of synthetic scaffolds and cells play an important role in tissue engineering applications. To improve these interactions, two strategies are generally followed: surface coating with large proteins and surface grafting with small peptides. The proteins and peptides more often used and derived from the extracellular matrix, are fibronectin, laminin, and their active peptides, RGD and SIKVAV, respectively. The aim of this work was to compare the effects of coating and grafting of poly(L-lactide) (PLLA) films on MRC5 fibroblast cells. Grafting reactions were verified by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Cell adhesion and proliferation on coated and grafted PLLA surfaces were measured by cell counting. Vinculin localization and distribution were performed on cell cultured on PLLA samples using a fluorescence microscopy technique. Finally, western blot was performed to compare signals of cell adhesion proteins, such as vinculin, Rac1, and RhoA, as well as cell proliferation, such as PCNA. These tests showed similar results for fibronectin and laminin coated PLLA, while RGD grafting is more effective compared with SIKVAV grafting. Considering the overall view of these results, although coating and grafting can both be regarded as effective methods for surface modification to enhance cell adhesion and proliferation on a biomaterial, RGD grafted PLLA show better cell adhesion and proliferation than coated PLLA, while SIKVAV grafted PLLA show similar adhesion but worse proliferation. These data verified different biological effects depending on the surface modification method used.
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- F Boccafoschi
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale A. Avogadro, Novara, Italy.
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Meyers SR, Grinstaff MW. Biocompatible and bioactive surface modifications for prolonged in vivo efficacy. Chem Rev 2012; 112:1615-32. [PMID: 22007787 PMCID: PMC3878818 DOI: 10.1021/cr2000916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 165] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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- Steven R. Meyers
- Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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Pértile R, Moreira S, Andrade F, Domingues L, Gama M. Bacterial cellulose modified using recombinant proteins to improve neuronal and mesenchymal cell adhesion. Biotechnol Prog 2012; 28:526-32. [PMID: 22271600 DOI: 10.1002/btpr.1501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2011] [Revised: 12/02/2011] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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A wide variety of biomaterials and bioactive molecules have been applied as scaffolds in neuronal tissue engineering. However, creating devices that enhance the regeneration of nervous system injuries is still a challenge, due the difficulty in providing an appropriate environment for cell growth and differentiation and active stimulation of nerve regeneration. In recent years, bacterial cellulose (BC) has emerged as a promising biomaterial for biomedical applications because of its properties such as high crystallinity, an ultrafine fiber network, high tensile strength, and biocompatibility. The small signaling peptides found in the proteins of extracellular matrix are described in the literature as promoters of adhesion and proliferation for several cell lineages on different surfaces. In this work, the peptide IKVAV was fused to a carbohydrate-binding module (CBM3) and used to modify BC surfaces, with the goal of promoting neuronal and mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) adhesion. The recombinant proteins IKVAV-CBM3 and (19)IKVAV-CBM3 were successfully expressed in E. coli, purified through affinity chromatography, and stably adsorbed to the BC membranes. The effect of these recombinant proteins, as well as RGD-CBM3, on cell adhesion was evaluated by MTS colorimetric assay. The results showed that the (19)IKVAV-CBM3 was able to significantly improve the adhesion of both neuronal and mesenchymal cells and had no effect on the other cell lineages tested. The MSC neurotrophin expression in cells grown on BC membranes modified with the recombinant proteins was also analyzed.
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- Renata Pértile
- Centre of Biological Engineering, Universidade do Minho, Braga, Portugal
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Zhang H, Dai S, Bi J, Liu KK. Biomimetic three-dimensional microenvironment for controlling stem cell fate. Interface Focus 2011; 1:792-803. [PMID: 23050083 DOI: 10.1098/rsfs.2011.0035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2011] [Accepted: 07/05/2011] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Stem cell therapy is an emerging technique which is being translated into treatment of degenerated tissues. However, the success of translation relies on the stem cell lineage commitment in the degenerated regions of interest. This commitment is precisely controlled by the stem cell microenvironment. Engineering a biomimetic three-dimensional microenvironment enables a thorough understanding of the mechanisms of governing stem cell fate. We review the individual microenvironment components, including soluble factors, extracellular matrix, cell-cell interaction and mechanical stimulation. The perspectives in creating the biomimetic microenvironments are discussed with emerging techniques.
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- Hu Zhang
- School of Chemical Engineering , The University of Adelaide , Adelaide, South Australia 5005 , Australia
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Sapir Y, Kryukov O, Cohen S. Integration of multiple cell-matrix interactions into alginate scaffolds for promoting cardiac tissue regeneration. Biomaterials 2010; 32:1838-47. [PMID: 21112626 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2010.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 135] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2010] [Accepted: 11/03/2010] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Cardiac tissue engineering aims to repair damaged myocardial tissues by applying heart patches created in vitro. Herein, we explored the possible role of a combination of two matrix-attached peptides, the adhesion peptide G(4)RGDY and heparin-binding peptide G(4)SPPRRARVTY (HBP) in cardiac tissue regeneration. Neonatal rat cardiac cells were seeded into unmodified, single peptide or double peptide-attached alginate scaffolds, all having the same physical features of porosity, hydrogel forming and matrix stiffness. The cardiac tissue developed in the HBP/RGD-attached scaffolds revealed the best features of a functional muscle tissue, as judged by all studied parameters, i.e., immunostaining of cardiac cell markers, histology, western blot of protein expressions and metabolic activity. By day 7, well-developed myocardial fibers were observed in these cell constructs. At 14 days the HBP/RGD-attached constructs presented an isotropic myofiber arrangement, while no such arrangement was seen in the other constructs. The expression levels of α-actinin, N-cadherin and Connexin-43, showing preservation and an increase in Connexin-43 expression (Cx-43) with time, further supported the formation a contractile muscle tissue in the HBP/RGD-attached scaffolds. Collectively, the attachment of combinatorial peptides representing different signaling in ECM-cell interactions proved to play a key role, contributing to the formation of a functional cardiac muscle tissue, in vitro.
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- Yulia Sapir
- Avram and Stella Goldstein-Goren Department of Biotechnology Engineering, Ben-Gurion University of Negev, POB 653, Beer-Sheva 84105, Israel
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Sreejalekshmi KG, Nair PD. Biomimeticity in tissue engineering scaffolds through synthetic peptide modifications-altering chemistry for enhanced biological response. J Biomed Mater Res A 2010; 96:477-91. [PMID: 21171167 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.32980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2010] [Accepted: 06/09/2010] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Biomimetic and bioactive biomaterials are desirable as tissue engineering scaffolds by virtue of their capability to mimic natural environments of the extracellular matrix. Biomimeticity has been achieved by the incorporation of synthetic short peptide sequences into suitable materials either by surface modification or by bulk incorporation. Research in this area has identified several novel synthetic peptide segments, some of them with cell-specific interactions, which may serve as potential candidates for use in explicit tissue applications. This review focuses on the developments and prospective directions of incorporating short synthetic peptide sequences onto scaffolds for tissue engineering, with emphasis on the chemistry of peptide immobilization and subsequent cell responses toward modified scaffolds. The article provides a decision-tree-type flow chart indicating the most probable cellular events on a given peptide-modified scaffold along with the consolidated list of synthetic peptide sequences, supports as well as cell types used in various tissue engineering studies, and aims to serve as a quick reference guide to peptide chemists and material scientists interested in the field.
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- Kumaran G Sreejalekshmi
- Division of Tissue Engineering and Regeneration Technologies, Biomedical Technology Wing, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Satelmond Palace, Poojapura, Thiruvananthapuram 695 012, Kerala, India, India.
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Choi YJ, Lee JY, Park JH, Park JB, Suh JS, Choi YS, Lee SJ, Chung CP, Park YJ. The identification of a heparin binding domain peptide from bone morphogenetic protein-4 and its role on osteogenesis. Biomaterials 2010; 31:7226-38. [PMID: 20621352 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2010.05.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2010] [Accepted: 05/16/2010] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The presence of heparin binding has been become crucial in exerting growth factor related tissue formation. Receptor-mediated osteoblastic differentiation by bone morphogenetic protein (BMP)-4 and supportive function of its heparin binding has been proposed, direct role of the heparin binding site of BMP-4 on osteogenesis has not yet been fully investigated. If the binding site itself plays role on osteogenesis, the site domain can be useful in bone formation in combination with biomaterial. Herein, we synthesized a peptide sequence corresponding to residues 15-24 of BMP-4 (HBD, RKKNPNCRRH), as potential heparin binding sequence. The HBD peptide-induced ostoegenic differentiation by activating extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK1/2), one of the key regulators in hMSC. Also, treatment of cultured hMSCs with heparinase blocked both HBD peptide-induced osteogenic differentiation and GAG chain detection while abolishing the increased phospho-ERK level. These results suggest that the identified heparin binding domain peptide (HBD) stimulated osteoblastic differentiation via interaction with heparin and the ERK signaling. In vivo results further demonstrated that HBD, as a form of complex with alginate gel, was able to induce bone formation in the bone defect.
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- Yoon Jung Choi
- School of Dentistry and Dental Research Institute, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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Kubinová Š, Horák D, Kozubenko N, Vaněček V, Proks V, Price J, Cocks G, Syková E. The use of superporous Ac-CGGASIKVAVS-OH-modified PHEMA scaffolds to promote cell adhesion and the differentiation of human fetal neural precursors. Biomaterials 2010; 31:5966-75. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2010.04.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2010] [Accepted: 04/21/2010] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Zhu J. Bioactive modification of poly(ethylene glycol) hydrogels for tissue engineering. Biomaterials 2010; 31:4639-56. [PMID: 20303169 PMCID: PMC2907908 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2010.02.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 835] [Impact Index Per Article: 59.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2010] [Accepted: 02/16/2010] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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In this review, we explore different approaches for introducing bioactivity into poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) hydrogels. Hydrogels are excellent scaffolding materials for repairing and regenerating a variety of tissues because they can provide a highly swollen three-dimensional (3D) environment similar to soft tissues. Synthetic hydrogels like PEG-based hydrogels have advantages over natural hydrogels, such as the ability for photopolymerization, adjustable mechanical properties, and easy control of scaffold architecture and chemical compositions. However, PEG hydrogels alone cannot provide an ideal environment to support cell adhesion and tissue formation due to their bio-inert nature. The natural extracellular matrix (ECM) has been an attractive model for the design and fabrication of bioactive scaffolds for tissue engineering. ECM-mimetic modification of PEG hydrogels has emerged as an important strategy to modulate specific cellular responses. To tether ECM-derived bioactive molecules (BMs) to PEG hydrogels, various strategies have been developed for the incorporation of key ECM biofunctions, such as specific cell adhesion, proteolytic degradation, and signal molecule-binding. A number of cell types have been immobilized on bioactive PEG hydrogels to provide fundamental knowledge of cell/scaffold interactions. This review addresses the recent progress in material designs and fabrication approaches leading to the development of bioactive hydrogels as tissue engineering scaffolds.
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- Junmin Zhu
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA.
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Growth of rat dorsal root ganglion neurons on a novel self-assembling scaffold containing IKVAV sequence. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2009.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Lee YS, Lee JY, Kwon EB, Kim HY, Cho HJ, Kim SW, Hwang TK, Byun SS, Han DK, Lee JY. The Effect of Human Muscle-Derived Stem Cells (MDSC) and Glycine-Isoleucine-Lysine-Valine-Alanine-Valine (GIKVAV) on the Cryo-Injured Bladder of Nude Mouse. Korean J Urol 2009. [DOI: 10.4111/kju.2009.50.5.480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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- Yong Seok Lee
- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Biomaterials Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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de Mel A, Jell G, Stevens MM, Seifalian AM. Biofunctionalization of biomaterials for accelerated in situ endothelialization: a review. Biomacromolecules 2008; 9:2969-79. [PMID: 18831592 DOI: 10.1021/bm800681k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 287] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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The higher patency rates of cardiovascular implants, including vascular bypass grafts, stents, and heart valves are related to their ability to inhibit thrombosis, intimal hyperplasia, and calcification. In native tissue, the endothelium plays a major role in inhibiting these processes. Various bioengineering research strategies thereby aspire to induce endothelialization of graft surfaces either prior to implantation or by accelerating in situ graft endothelialization. This article reviews potential bioresponsive molecular components that can be incorporated into (and/or released from) biomaterial surfaces to obtain accelerated in situ endothelialization of vascular grafts. These molecules could promote in situ endothelialization by the mobilization of endothelial progenitor cells (EPC) from the bone marrow, encouraging cell-specific adhesion (endothelial cells (EC) and/or EPC) to the graft and, once attached, by controlling the proliferation and differentiation of these cells. EC and EPC interactions with the extracellular matrix continue to be a principal source of inspiration for material biofunctionalization, and therefore, the latest developments in understanding these interactions will be discussed.
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- Achala de Mel
- Centre of Nanotechnology, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Division of Surgery & Interventional Science, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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Dellatore SM, Garcia AS, Miller WM. Mimicking stem cell niches to increase stem cell expansion. Curr Opin Biotechnol 2008; 19:534-40. [PMID: 18725291 DOI: 10.1016/j.copbio.2008.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 141] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2008] [Revised: 07/24/2008] [Accepted: 07/29/2008] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Niches regulate lineage-specific stem cell self-renewal versus differentiation in vivo and are composed of supportive cells and extracellular matrix components arranged in a three-dimensional topography of controlled stiffness in the presence of oxygen and growth factor gradients. Mimicking stem cell niches in a defined manner will facilitate production of the large numbers of stem cells needed to realize the promise of regenerative medicine and gene therapy. Progress has been made in mimicking components of the niche. Immobilizing cell-associated Notch ligands increased the self-renewal of hematopoietic (blood) stem cells. Culture on a fibrous scaffold that mimics basement membrane texture increased the expansion of hematopoietic and embryonic stem cells. Finally, researchers have created intricate patterns of cell-binding domains and complex oxygen gradients.
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- Shara M Dellatore
- Northwestern University, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, 2145 Sheridan Road, Tech E136, Evanston, IL 60208, USA
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This review describes recent progresses in the development and applications of smart polymeric gels, especially in the context of biomedical devices. The review has been organized into three separate sections: defining the basis of smart properties in polymeric gels; describing representative stimuli to which these gels respond; and illustrating a sample application area, namely, microfluidics. One of the major limitations in the use of hydrogels in stimuli-responsive applications is the diffusion rate limited transduction of signals. This can be obviated by engineering interconnected pores in the polymer structure to form capillary networks in the matrix and by downscaling the size of hydrogels to significantly decrease diffusion paths. Reducing the lag time in the induction of smart responses can be highly useful in biomedical devices, such as sensors and actuators. This review also describes molecular imprinting techniques to fabricate hydrogels for specific molecular recognition of target analytes. Additionally, it describes the significant advances in bottom-up nanofabrication strategies, involving supramolecular chemistry. Learning to assemble supramolecular structures from nature has led to the rapid prototyping of functional supramolecular devices. In essence, the barriers in the current performance potential of biomedical devices can be lowered or removed by the rapid convergence of interdisciplinary technologies.
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- Somali Chaterji
- Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering Purdue University, 206 S. Intramural Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Lin X, Takahashi K, Liu Y, Derrien A, Zamora PO. A synthetic, bioactive PDGF mimetic with binding to both alpha-PDGF and beta-PDGF receptors. Growth Factors 2007; 25:87-93. [PMID: 17852406 DOI: 10.1080/08977190701553449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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A multi-domain peptide, PAB2-1c, was designed and synthesized as a bioactive mimic of PDGF. PBA2-1c bound to both alpha- and beta-PDGF receptors as determined by surface plasmon resonance (SPR). The equilibrium dissociation constant (Kd) of binding to alpha-PDGF receptors by PAB2-1c (1.7 x 10(-8) M) compared favorably rhPDGF-AA (1.34 x 10(-8) M). Binding to -PDGF receptor by PAB2-1c (2.2 x 10(-8) M) was less favorable than, that of recombinant human PDGFBB (1.59 x 10(-9) M). Interestingly, PBA2-1c bound to these two receptors with similar affinity suggesting that, PBA2-1c was not PDGF receptor selective. In a murine myoblast cell line C2C12, PBA2-1c increased the tyrosine phosphorylation on PDGF receptors and the phosphorylation of AKT and ERK1/2 in a concentration-related manner. PBA2-1c also stimulated an increase in cell proliferation, cell migration, and collagen gel contraction. In these cell-based assays, PAB2-1c was effective at 1 microg/ml or lesser. The results support the hypothesis that PBA2-1c is a mimetic of PDGF, although it has a more promiscuous receptor interaction.
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- Xinhua Lin
- BioSurface Engineering Technologies Inc., 9430 Key West Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850, USA.
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Jaluria P, Betenbaugh M, Konstantopoulos K, Frank B, Shiloach J. Application of microarrays to identify and characterize genes involved in attachment dependence in HeLa cells. Metab Eng 2006; 9:241-51. [PMID: 17240181 PMCID: PMC2001267 DOI: 10.1016/j.ymben.2006.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2006] [Revised: 12/04/2006] [Accepted: 12/06/2006] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The ability to modify cellular properties such as adhesion is of interest in the design and performance of biotechnology-related processes. The current study was undertaken in order to evaluate the effectiveness of modulating cellular adhesion in HeLa cells from a genomics perspective. Using DNA microarrays, differences in gene expression between two phenotypically distinct, anchorage-dependent and anchorage-independent, HeLa cell lines were identified. With the aid of several statistical methods and an extensive literature search, two genes were selected as potential targets for further study: siat7e and lama4. Subsequently, experiments were carried out to investigate the effects of siat7e and lama4 separately, on adhesion in HeLa cells by altering their expression in vivo. Decreasing the expression of siat7e, a type II membrane glycosylating sialyltransferase, in anchorage-independent HeLa cells using short interfering RNA (siRNA) resulted in greater aggregation (i.e. clumping) and morphological changes as compared to untreated anchorage-independent HeLa cells. Similar effects were seen in anchorage-independent HeLa cells when the expression of lama4 which encodes laminin alpha4, a member of the laminin family of glycoproteins, was enhanced as compared to untreated anchorage-independent HeLa cells. Using a shear flow chamber, an attachment assay was developed; illustrating either increased expression of siat7e or decreased expression of lama4 in anchorage-dependent HeLa cells reduced cellular adhesion. Collectively, the results of this study are consistent with the roles siat7e and lama4 play in adhesion processes in vivo and indicate modifying the expression of either gene can influence adhesion in HeLa cells. The strategy of applying bioinformatics techniques to characterize and manipulate phenotypic behaviors is a powerful tool for altering the properties of various cell lines for desired biotechnology objectives.
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- Pratik Jaluria
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD 21218
- National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) National Institutes of Health (NIH) Bethesda, MD 20892
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD 21218
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- The Institute for Genomic Research (TIGR) Rockville, MD 20850
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- National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) National Institutes of Health (NIH) Bethesda, MD 20892
- Correspondences should be sent to: Joseph Shiloach, Biotechnology Core Laboratory, NIH/NIDDK, Bldg 14A Room 173, Bethesda, MD 20892, Ph: 301 496 9719, Fax: 301 451 5911, E. mail:
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