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Uzokboev S, Akhmadbekov K, Nuritdinova R, Tawfik SM, Lee YI. Unveiling the potential of alginate-based nanomaterials in sensing technology and smart delivery applications. BEILSTEIN JOURNAL OF NANOTECHNOLOGY 2024; 15:1077-1104. [PMID: 39188756 PMCID: PMC11346306 DOI: 10.3762/bjnano.15.88] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 08/07/2024] [Indexed: 08/28/2024]
Abstract
Sensors are applied to many fields nowadays because of their high sensitivity, low cost, time-saving, user-friendly, and excellent selectivity. Current biomedical and pharmaceutical science has one focus on developing nanoparticle-based sensors, especially biopolymeric nanoparticles. Alginate is a widely used biopolymer in a variety of applications. The hydrogel-forming characteristic, the chemical structure with hydroxy and carboxylate moieties, biocompatibility, biodegradability, and water solubility of alginate have expanded opportunities in material and biomedical sciences. Recently, research on alginate-based nanoparticles and their applications has begun. These materials are gaining popularity because of their wide usage potential in the biomedical and pharmaceutical fields. Many review papers describe applications of alginate in the drug delivery field. The current study covers the structural and physicochemical properties of alginate-based nanoparticles. The prospective applications of alginate-based nanomaterials in various domains are discussed, including drug delivery and environmental sensing applications for humidity, heavy metals, and hydrogen peroxide. Moreover, biomedical sensing applications of alginate-based nanoparticles regarding various analytes such as glucose, cancer cells, pharmaceutical drugs, and human motion will also be reviewed in this paper. Future research scopes highlight existing challenges and solutions.
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- Shakhzodjon Uzokboev
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technical University, Tashkent 100084, Republic of Uzbekistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technical University, Tashkent 100084, Republic of Uzbekistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technical University, Tashkent 100084, Republic of Uzbekistan
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- Department of Petrochemicals, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Nasr City, Cairo 11727, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technical University, Tashkent 100084, Republic of Uzbekistan
- Anastro Laboratory, Institute of Basic Science, Changwon National University, Changwon 51140, Republic of Korea
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Chansoria P, Chaudhari A, Etter EL, Bonacquisti EE, Heavey MK, Le J, Maruthamuthu MK, Kussatz CC, Blackwell J, Jasiewicz NE, Sellers RS, Maile R, Wallet SM, Egan TM, Nguyen J. Instantly adhesive and ultra-elastic patches for dynamic organ and wound repair. Nat Commun 2024; 15:4720. [PMID: 38830847 PMCID: PMC11148085 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-48980-0] [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: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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Bioadhesive materials and patches are promising alternatives to surgical sutures and staples. However, many existing bioadhesives do not meet the functional requirements of current surgical procedures and interventions. Here, we present a translational patch material that exhibits instant adhesion to tissues (2.5-fold stronger than Tisseel, an FDA-approved fibrin glue), ultra-stretchability (stretching to >300% its original length without losing elasticity), compatibility with rapid photo-projection (<2 min fabrication time/patch), and ability to deliver therapeutics. Using our established procedures for the in silico design and optimization of anisotropic-auxetic patches, we created next-generation patches for instant attachment to tissues while conforming to a broad range of organ mechanics ex vivo and in vivo. Patches coated with extracellular vesicles derived from mesenchymal stem cells demonstrate robust wound healing capability in vivo without inducing a foreign body response and without the need for patch removal that can cause pain and bleeding. We further demonstrate a single material-based, void-filling auxetic patch designed for the treatment of lung puncture wounds.
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- Parth Chansoria
- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Oral and Craniofacial Health Sciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
- North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, 27695, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA.
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA.
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Zhang F, Wu X, Li Q, Ma B, Zhang M, Zhang W, Kou Y. Dual growth factor methacrylic alginate microgels combined with chitosan-based conduits facilitate peripheral nerve repair. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 268:131594. [PMID: 38621568 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131594] [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: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 04/05/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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Treating severe peripheral nerve injuries is difficult. Nerve repair with conduit small gap tubulization is a treatment option but still needs to be improved. This study aimed to assess the use of microgels containing growth factors, along with chitosan-based conduits, for repairing nerves. Using the water-oil emulsion technique, microgels of methacrylic alginate (AlgMA) that contained vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) were prepared. The effects on rat Schwann cells (RSC96) and human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were evaluated. Chitosan-based conduits were fabricated and used in conjunction with microgels containing two growth factors to treat complete neurotmesis in rats. The results showed that the utilization of dual growth factor microgels improved the migration and decreased the apoptosis of RSC96 cells while promoting the growth and formation of tubes in HUVECs. The utilization of dual growth factor microgels and chitosan-based conduits resulted in notable advancements in the regeneration and myelination of nerve fibers, recovery of neurons, alleviation of muscle atrophy and recovery of neuromotor function and nerve conduction. In conclusion, the use of dual growth factor AlgMA microgels in combination with chitosan-based conduits has the potential to significantly improve the effectiveness of nerve repair.
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- Fengshi Zhang
- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China; National Center for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China; Beijing Laboratory of Trauma and Nerve Regeneration, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China; National Center for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China; Beijing Laboratory of Trauma and Nerve Regeneration, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China; National Center for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China; Beijing Laboratory of Trauma and Nerve Regeneration, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China; National Center for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China; Beijing Laboratory of Trauma and Nerve Regeneration, Beijing 100044, China
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- Department of teaching and research, Shenzhen University General Hospital, Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing 100044, China; Key Laboratory of Trauma and Neural Regeneration, Peking University, Beijing 100044, China; National Center for Trauma Medicine, Beijing 100044, China; Beijing Laboratory of Trauma and Nerve Regeneration, Beijing 100044, China.
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Charron PN, Tahir I, Foley C, White G, Floreani RA. Whey Protein Isolate Composites as Potential Scaffolds for Cultivated Meat. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:2153-2163. [PMID: 38502811 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c00944] [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] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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Modern food technology has given rise to numerous alternative protein sources in response to a growing human population and the negative environmental impacts of current food systems. To aid in achieving global food security, one such form of alternative protein being investigated is cultivated meat, which applies the principles of mechanical and tissue engineering to produce animal proteins and meat products from animal cells. Herein, nonmodified and methacrylated whey protein formed hydrogels with methacrylated alginate as potential tissue engineering scaffolds for cultivated meat. Whey protein is a byproduct of dairy processing and was selected because it is an approved food additive and cytocompatible and has shown efficacy in other biomaterial applications. Whey protein and alginate scaffolds were formed via visible light cross-linking in aqueous solutions under ambient conditions. The characteristics of the precursor solution and the physical-mechanical properties of the scaffolds were quantified; while gelation occurred within the homo- and copolymer hydrogels, the integrity of the network was significantly altered with varying components. Qualitatively, the scaffolds exhibited a three-dimensional (3D) interconnected porous network. Whey protein isolate (WPI)-based scaffolds were noncytotoxic and supported in vitro myoblast adhesion and proliferation. The data presented support the hypothesis that the composition of the hydrogel plays a significant role in the scaffold's performance.
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- Patrick N Charron
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
- Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
- Materials Science Program, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
- Food Systems Program, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, United States
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Ren H, Zhang Z, Chen X, He C. Stimuli-Responsive Hydrogel Adhesives for Wound Closure and Tissue Regeneration. Macromol Biosci 2024; 24:e2300379. [PMID: 37827713 DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202300379] [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: 08/19/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
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Sutures and staplers, as gold standards for clinical wound closure, usually cause secondary tissue injury and require professional technicians and equipment. The noninvasive hydrogel adhesives are used in various biomedical applications, such as wound closure, tissue sealing, and tissue regeneration, due to their remarkable properties. Recently-developed hydrogel adhesives, especially stimuli-responsive hydrogels, have shown great potential owing to their advantages in regulating their performance and functions according to the wound situations or external conditions, thus allowing the wounds to heal gradually. However, comprehensive summary on stimuli-responsive hydrogels as tissue adhesives is rarely reported to date. This review focuses on the advances in the design of various stimuli-responsive hydrogel adhesives over the past decade, including the systems responsive to pH, temperature, photo, and enzymes. Their potential biomedical applications, such as skin closure, cardiovascular and liver hemostasis, and gastrointestinal sealing, are emphasized. Meanwhile, the challenges and future development of stimuli-responsive hydrogel adhesives are discussed. This review aims to provide meaningful insights for the further design of next-generation of hydrogel adhesives for wound closure and tissue regeneration.
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- Hui Ren
- CAS Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, 130022, China
- School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, 130022, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, 130022, China
- School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, 130022, China
- School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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Wang Z, Xu Z, Yang X, Li M, Yip RCS, Li Y, Chen H. Current application and modification strategy of marine polysaccharides in tissue regeneration: A review. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2023; 154:213580. [PMID: 37634336 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Revised: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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Marine polysaccharides (MPs) are exceptional bioactive materials that possess unique biochemical mechanisms and pharmacological stability, making them ideal for various tissue engineering applications. Certain MPs, including agarose, alginate, carrageenan, chitosan, and glucan have been successfully employed as biological scaffolds in animal studies. As carriers of signaling molecules, scaffolds can enhance the adhesion, growth, and differentiation of somatic cells, thereby significantly improving the tissue regeneration process. However, the biological benefits of pure MPs composite scaffold are limited. Therefore, physical, chemical, enzyme modification and other methods are employed to expand its efficacy. Chemically, the structural properties of MPs scaffolds can be altered through modifications to functional groups or molecular weight reduction, thereby enhancing their biological activities. Physically, MPs hydrogels and sponges emulate the natural extracellular matrix, creating a more conducive environment for tissue repair. The porosity and high permeability of MPs membranes and nanomaterials expedite wound healing. This review explores the distinctive properties and applications of select MPs in tissue regeneration, highlighting their structural versatility and biological applicability. Additionally, we provide a brief overview of common modification strategies employed for MP scaffolds. In conclusion, MPs have significant potential and are expected to be a novel regenerative material for tissue engineering.
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- Zhaokun Wang
- Marine College, Shandong University, NO. 180 Wenhua West Road, Gao Strict, Weihai 264209, China.
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- Marine College, Shandong University, NO. 180 Wenhua West Road, Gao Strict, Weihai 264209, China.
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- Marine College, Shandong University, NO. 180 Wenhua West Road, Gao Strict, Weihai 264209, China.
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- Marine College, Shandong University, NO. 180 Wenhua West Road, Gao Strict, Weihai 264209, China.
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- Center for Nanomedicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Department of Food Science, Cornell University, Stocking Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853, USA.
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- Marine College, Shandong University, NO. 180 Wenhua West Road, Gao Strict, Weihai 264209, China; The Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, Jiangnan University, NO. 1800 Lihu Road, Wuxi 214122, China.
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Charron PN, Tahir I, McConnell S, Sedler D, Floreani RA. Physico-mechanical and ex vivo analysis of aloe-alginate hydrogels for cervical cancer treatment. J BIOACT COMPAT POL 2023. [DOI: 10.1177/08839115221149723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/10/2023]
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A leading cancer diagnosis in women worldwide is cervical cancer, with current treatments all posing a risk of serious side effects. Less toxic, but effective treatments are sought after. Aloe vera ( barbadensis miller), known for its beneficial properties, has been studied for cancer treatment. While aloe gel has been shown to exhibit anti-cancer activity, it cannot form a hydrogel alone. Therefore, an interpenetrating network comprising alginate blended with aloe was examined as a cervical cancer treatment. We hypothesized the antioxidant properties of aloe gel would decrease cancer cell viability while the alginate hydrogel would improve mucoadhesion. We further hypothesized the antioxidant activity of aloe gel would induce cancer cell death at levels similar to common chemotherapeutics, and aimed to determine if these chemotherapeutic behaviors are constructive or destructive. Material and adhesive properties, drug encapsulation, and cancer cell viability were investigated and validated. The effect of aloe-alginate hydrogels on cervical cancer cell viability was not significantly different compared to aloe-blends containing doxorubicin (DOX), indicating that the aloe alone decreased cancer cell viability rendering the additional cytotoxic therapeutic not impactful as an adjuvant therapy. This study provides insight into the potential of natural biopolymers for treating cervical cancer without systemic toxic compounds.
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- Patrick N Charron
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Materials Science Program, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Vermont Cancer Center, Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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Tahir I, Floreani R. Dual-Crosslinked Alginate-Based Hydrogels with Tunable Mechanical Properties for Cultured Meat. Foods 2022; 11:foods11182829. [PMID: 36140953 PMCID: PMC9498068 DOI: 10.3390/foods11182829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Revised: 08/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Cultured meat refers to the production of animal tissue by utilizing the same techniques as tissue engineering through cell culture. Various biomaterials have been designed to serve as in vitro supports for cell viability, growth, and migration. In this study, visible light and dual-crosslinked alginate hydrogels were designed to enable control of the physical and mechanical properties needed for the fabrication of cultured meat scaffolds. We hypothesized that a difference in hydrogel stiffness would influence cell behavior, indicating the efficacy of our processing methods to benefit the cultured meat field. Herein, we synthesized and created: (1) methacrylated alginate (AlgMA) to enable covalent crosslinking via visible light exposure, (2) Methacrylated alginate and arginyl-glycyl-aspartic acid RGD conjugates (AlgMA-RGD), using carbodiimide chemistries to provide cell-binding sites on the material, and (3) designer hydrogels incorporating different crosslinking techniques. The material and mechanical properties were evaluated to determine the structural integrity of the hydrogels, and in vitro cell assays were conducted to verify cytocompatibility and cell adhesion. Gelation, swell ratio, and weight loss calculations revealed longer gelation times for the AlgMA scaffolds and similar physical properties for all hydrogel groups. We showed that by adjusting the polymer concentration and the crosslinking methodology, the scaffold’s mechanical properties can be controlled and optimized within physiological ranges. Incorporating dual crosslinking significantly increased the compressive moduli of the AlgMA hydrogels, compared to visible-light crosslinking alone. Moreover, the muscle satellite cells responded favorably to the AlgMA scaffolds, with clear differences in cell density when cultured on materials with significantly different mechanical properties. Our results indicate the usefulness of the dual-crosslinking alginate hydrogel system to support in vitro meat growth.
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- Irfan Tahir
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Program, Food Systems Graduate Program, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, USA
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Chansoria P, Etter EL, Nguyen J. Regenerating dynamic organs using biomimetic patches. Trends Biotechnol 2022; 40:338-353. [PMID: 34412924 PMCID: PMC8831394 DOI: 10.1016/j.tibtech.2021.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2021] [Revised: 06/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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The regeneration of dynamic organs remains challenging because they are intrinsically anisotropic and undergo large volumetric deformation during normal or pathological function. This hampers the durability and applicability of regenerative medicine approaches. To address the challenges of organ dynamics, a new class of patches have emerged with anisotropic and auxetic properties that mimic native tissue biomechanics and accommodate volumetric deformation. Here, we outline the critical design, materials, and processing considerations for achieving optimal patch biomechanics according to target pathology and summarize recent advances in biomimetic patches for dynamic organ regeneration. Furthermore, we discuss the challenges and opportunities which, if overcome, would open up new applications in organ regeneration and expedite the clinical translation of patch-based therapeutics.
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- Parth Chansoria
- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA.
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Analysis of model drug permeation through highly crosslinked and biodegradable polyethylene glycol membranes. J Memb Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.memsci.2021.120218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Kong X, Chen L, Li B, Quan C, Wu J. Applications of oxidized alginate in regenerative medicine. J Mater Chem B 2021; 9:2785-2801. [PMID: 33683259 DOI: 10.1039/d0tb02691c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Because of its ideal degradation rate and features, oxidized alginate (OA) is selected as an appropriate substitute and has been introduced into hydrogels, microspheres, 3D-printed/composite scaffolds, membranes, and electrospinning and coating materials. By taking advantage of OA, the OA-based materials can be easily functionalized and deliver drugs or growth factors to promote tissue regeneration. In 1928, it was first found that alginate could be oxidized using periodate, yielding OA. Since then, considerable progress has been made in the research on the modification and application of alginate after oxidation. In this article, we summarize the key properties and existing applications of OA and various OA-based materials and discuss their prospects in regenerative medicine.
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- Xiaoli Kong
- Key Laboratory of Sensing Technology and Biomedical Instrument of Guangdong Province, School of Biomedical Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, P. R. China.
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Bal-Ozturk A, Cecen B, Avci-Adali M, Topkaya SN, Alarcin E, Yasayan G, Ethan YC, Bulkurcuoglu B, Akpek A, Avci H, Shi K, Shin SR, Hassan S. Tissue Adhesives: From Research to Clinical Translation. NANO TODAY 2021; 36:101049. [PMID: 33425002 PMCID: PMC7793024 DOI: 10.1016/j.nantod.2020.101049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Sutures, staples, clips and skin closure strips are used as the gold standard to close wounds after an injury. In spite of being the present standard of care, the utilization of these conventional methods is precarious amid complicated and sensitive surgeries such as vascular anastomosis, ocular surgeries, nerve repair, or due to the high-risk components included. Tissue adhesives function as an interface to connect the surfaces of wound edges and prevent them from separation. They are fluid or semi-fluid mixtures that can be easily used to seal any wound of any morphology - uniform or irregular. As such, they provide alternatives to new and novel platforms for wound closure methods. In this review, we offer a background on the improvement of distinctive tissue adhesives focusing on the chemistry of some of these products that have been a commercial success from the clinical application perspective. This review is aimed to provide a guide toward innovation of tissue bioadhesive materials and their associated biomedical applications.
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- Ayça Bal-Ozturk
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Istinye University, 34010, Zeytinburnu, Istanbul, Turkey
- Department of Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering, Institute of Health Sciences, Istinye University, 34010 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Engineering in Medicine, Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Calwerstraße 7/1, 72076 Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Marmara University, 34668, Haydarpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Marmara University, 34668, Haydarpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Feng Chia University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biotechnology, Gebze Technical University, 41400, Gebze Kocaeli-Turkey
- Department of Bioengineering, Gebze Technical University, 41400, Gebze Kocaeli-Turkey
- Sabanci University Nanotechnology Research & Application Center, 34956, Tuzla Istanbul-Turkey
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- Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Eskisehir Osmangazi University Eskisehir Turkey
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- Division of Engineering in Medicine, Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
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- Division of Engineering in Medicine, Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
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- Division of Engineering in Medicine, Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
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Tan B, Huang L, Wu Y, Liao J. Advances and trends of hydrogel therapy platform in localized tumor treatment: A review. J Biomed Mater Res A 2020; 109:404-425. [PMID: 32681742 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 06/29/2020] [Accepted: 07/07/2020] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Due to limitations of treatment and the stubbornness of infiltrative tumor cells, the outcome of conventional antitumor treatment is often compromised by a variety of factors, including severe side effects, unexpected recurrence, and massive tissue loss during the treatment. Hydrogel-based therapy is becoming a promising option of cancer treatment, because of its controllability, biocompatibility, high drug loading, prolonged drug release, and specific stimuli-sensitivity. Hydrogel-based therapy has good malleability and can reach some areas that cannot be easily touched by surgeons. Furthermore, hydrogel can be used not only as a carrier for tumor treatment agents, but also as a scaffold for tissue repair. In this review, we presented the latest researches in hydrogel applications of localized tumor therapy and highlighted the recent progress of hydrogel-based therapy in preventing postoperative tumor recurrence and improving tissue repair, thus proposing a new trend of hydrogel-based technology in localized tumor therapy. And this review aims to provide a novel reference and inspire thoughts for a more accurate and individualized cancer treatment.
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- Bowen Tan
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Basic Research, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Effect of altering photocrosslinking conditions on the physical properties of alginate gels and the survival of photoencapsulated cells. Polym Degrad Stab 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2020.109297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Bao Z, Gao M, Sun Y, Nian R, Xian M. The recent progress of tissue adhesives in design strategies, adhesive mechanism and applications. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2020; 111:110796. [PMID: 32279807 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2020.110796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2018] [Revised: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 02/29/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Tissue adhesives have emerged as an effective method for wound closure and hemostasis in recent decades, due to their ability to bond tissues together, preventing separation from one tissue to another. However, existing tissue adhesives still have several limitations. Tremendous efforts have been invested into developing new tissue adhesives by improving upon existing adhesives through different strategies. Therefore, highlighting and analyzing these design strategies are essential for developing the next generation of advanced adhesives. To this end, we reviewed the available strategies for modifying traditional adhesives (including cyanoacrylate glues, fibrin sealants and BioGlue), as well as design of emerging adhesives (including gelatin sealants, methacrylated sealants and bioinspired adhesives), focusing on their structures, adhesive mechanisms, advantages, limitations, and current applications. The bioinspired adhesives have numerous advantages over traditional adhesives, which will be a wise direction for achieving tissue adhesives with superior properties.
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- Zixian Bao
- CAS Key Laboratory of Biobased Materials, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 189 Songling Road, Qingdao 266101, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biobased Materials, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 189 Songling Road, Qingdao 266101, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biobased Materials, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 189 Songling Road, Qingdao 266101, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biobased Materials, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 189 Songling Road, Qingdao 266101, China.
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biobased Materials, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 189 Songling Road, Qingdao 266101, China.
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Fujita S, Wakuda Y, Matsumura M, Suye SI. Geometrically customizable alginate hydrogel nanofibers for cell culture platforms. J Mater Chem B 2019; 7:6556-6563. [PMID: 31588949 DOI: 10.1039/c9tb01353a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The extracellular matrix (ECM) is composed of a hydrogel derived from natural polymers with an anisotropic structure that plays an important role in cell proliferation and differentiation. Alginates-algae-derived polysaccharides-form into the hydrogel, and can be potentially used for the synthesis of cell scaffold materials following the addition of calcium ions. However, to date, the synthesis of anisotropic alginate hydrogels has not been reported. Fibrillization by electrospinning is a simple method used to prepare anisotropic materials. However, it is difficult to fabricate pure alginate nanofibers by electrospinning without adding other polymers. In this study, we exploited the electrospinning method to prepare core-shell fibers in which alginate was encapsulated in the shell of a water-soluble polymer. Anisotropically aligned fibers were obtained with the use of a collector at a high-rotational speed. The gelation of alginate with calcium ions and the following washing process of the shell polymer were carried out and successfully formed pure and aligned alginate fibers. By immobilizing fibronectin on the fabricated alginate fibers and by culturing the cells, it was possible to control cell elongation in the fiber direction. We also successfully prepared a fibrous hydrogel on a wire that was used to construct a conduit-like structure after cells were cultured on it. This material provides a biomimetic cellular microenvironment that can be applied as a three-dimensional platform for cell culture.
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- Satoshi Fujita
- Department of Frontier Fiber Technology and Science, Graduate School of Engineering, University of Fukui, 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui, 910-8507, Japan. and Life Science Innovation Center, University of Fukui, 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui, 910-8507, Japan
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- Department of Frontier Fiber Technology and Science, Graduate School of Engineering, University of Fukui, 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui, 910-8507, Japan.
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- Department of Frontier Fiber Technology and Science, Graduate School of Engineering, University of Fukui, 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui, 910-8507, Japan.
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- Department of Frontier Fiber Technology and Science, Graduate School of Engineering, University of Fukui, 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui, 910-8507, Japan. and Life Science Innovation Center, University of Fukui, 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui, 910-8507, Japan
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Jalalvandi E, Charron P, Floreani RA. Physico-mechanical Characterization of Liquid versus Solid Applications of Visible Light Cross-Linked Tissue Sealants. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2019; 2:1204-1212. [PMID: 35021369 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.8b00785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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The limitations of commercially available tissue sealants have resulted in the need for a new tissue adhesives with adequate adhesion, improved mechanical properties, and innocuous degradation products. To address current limitations, a visible light cross-linking method for the preparation of hydrogel tissue sealants, based on natural polymers (chitosan or alginate), is presented. Water-soluble chitosan was generated via modification with vinyl groups. To form hydrogels, alginate and chitosan were cross-linked by green light illumination, with or without the use of a bifunctional cross-linker. Evaluation of the mechanical properties through rheological characterization demonstrated an increased viscosity of polymer blends, and differences in shear moduli despite similar gelation points upon photo-cross-linking. A comparative study on the burst pressure properties of liquid versus solid material applications was performed to determine if the tissue sealants can perform under physiological lung pressures and beyond using different application methods. Higher burst pressure values were obtained for the sealants applied as a liquid compared to the solid application. The hydrogel tissue sealants revealed no cytotoxic effects toward primary human mesenchymal stem cells. This is the first report of a direct comparison between hydrogel tissue sealants of the same formulation applied in liquid versus solid form.
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Li Z, Zhou F, Li Z, Lin S, Chen L, Liu L, Chen Y. Hydrogel Cross-Linked with Dynamic Covalent Bonding and Micellization for Promoting Burn Wound Healing. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2018; 10:25194-25202. [PMID: 29986126 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.8b08165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 139] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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A novel hydrogel (HA-az-F127 hydrogel) formed by reacting hydrazide modified hyaluronic acid (HAAD) and benzaldehyde terminated F127 triblock copolymers (BAF127) was developed in this work. The hydrogel with dynamic covalent chemically and micellar physically double-cross-linked networks exhibited rapid gelation and shear thinning properties. Besides, the hydrogel possessed functions, such as adaptable mechanical strength, self-healability, liquid-absorption, or drainage and tissue adhesion, which are important for wound treatment. Studies on cytocompatibility and histopathology by 3-(4,5-dimethyl-thiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide tests, live/death staining, and cell counting kit 8 assay demonstrated excellent biocompatibility of the hydrogels. After it was applied in the deep partial-thickness burn model, the hydrogel contributed effectively in promoting burn wound repair. Therefore, the HA-az-F127 hydrogel combined multiple functions in one system, demonstrating potential application in promoting burn wound healing.
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- Ziyi Li
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Center of Functional Biomaterials, Key Laboratory of Polymeric Composite Materials and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, GD Research Center for Functional Biomaterials Engineering and Technology , Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510275 , China
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- Department of Burns , First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510080 , China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Center of Functional Biomaterials, Key Laboratory of Polymeric Composite Materials and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, GD Research Center for Functional Biomaterials Engineering and Technology , Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510275 , China
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- School of Chemistry , Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510275 , China
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- Department of Burns , First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510080 , China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Center of Functional Biomaterials, Key Laboratory of Polymeric Composite Materials and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, GD Research Center for Functional Biomaterials Engineering and Technology , Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510275 , China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Center of Functional Biomaterials, Key Laboratory of Polymeric Composite Materials and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, GD Research Center for Functional Biomaterials Engineering and Technology , Sun Yat-sen University , Guangzhou 510275 , China
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De Santis MM, Bölükbas DA, Lindstedt S, Wagner DE. How to build a lung: latest advances and emerging themes in lung bioengineering. Eur Respir J 2018; 52:13993003.01355-2016. [PMID: 29903859 DOI: 10.1183/13993003.01355-2016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2017] [Accepted: 05/30/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Chronic respiratory diseases remain a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The only option at end-stage disease is lung transplantation, but there are not enough donor lungs to meet clinical demand. Alternative options to increase tissue availability for lung transplantation are urgently required to close the gap on this unmet clinical need. A growing number of tissue engineering approaches are exploring the potential to generate lung tissue ex vivo for transplantation. Both biologically derived and manufactured scaffolds seeded with cells and grown ex vivo have been explored in pre-clinical studies, with the eventual goal of generating functional pulmonary tissue for transplantation. Recently, there have been significant efforts to scale-up cell culture methods to generate adequate cell numbers for human-scale bioengineering approaches. Concomitantly, there have been exciting efforts in designing bioreactors that allow for appropriate cell seeding and development of functional lung tissue over time. This review aims to present the current state-of-the-art progress for each of these areas and to discuss promising new ideas within the field of lung bioengineering.
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- Martina M De Santis
- Lung Bioengineering and Regeneration, Dept of Experimental Medical Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.,Lung Repair and Regeneration (LRR), Comprehensive Pneumology Center (CPC), Helmholtz Zentrum Munich, Member of the German Center for Lung Research (DZL), Munich, Germany.,Stem Cell Centre, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.,Wallenberg Center for Molecular Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Lung Bioengineering and Regeneration, Dept of Experimental Medical Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.,Stem Cell Centre, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.,Wallenberg Center for Molecular Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Wallenberg Center for Molecular Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.,Dept of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplantation, Lund University Hospital, Lund, Sweden
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- Lung Bioengineering and Regeneration, Dept of Experimental Medical Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden .,Lung Repair and Regeneration (LRR), Comprehensive Pneumology Center (CPC), Helmholtz Zentrum Munich, Member of the German Center for Lung Research (DZL), Munich, Germany.,Stem Cell Centre, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.,Wallenberg Center for Molecular Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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