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Barjuei ES, Shin J, Kim K, Lee J. Precision improvement of robotic bioprinting via vision-based tool path compensation. Sci Rep 2024; 14:17764. [PMID: 39085375 PMCID: PMC11291724 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-68597-z] [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: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024] Open
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Robotic 3D bioprinting is a rapidly advancing technology with applications in organ fabrication, tissue restoration, and pharmaceutical testing. While the stepwise generation of organs characterizes bioprinting, challenges such as non-linear material behavior, layer shifting, and trajectory tracking are common in freeform reversible embedding of suspended hydrogels (FRESH) bioprinting, leading to imperfections in complex organ construction. To overcome these limitations, we propose a computer vision-based strategy to identify discrepancies between printed filaments and the reference robot path. Employing error compensation techniques, we generate an adjusted reference path, enhancing robotic 3D bioprinting by adapting the robot path based on vision system data. Experimental assessments confirm the reliability and agility of our vision-based robotic 3D bioprinting approach, showcasing precision in fabricating human blood vessel segments through case studies. Significantly, it minimizes the printing layer width disparity to just 0.15 mm compared to the 0.6 mm in traditional methods, and it decreases the average error for curved filaments to 7.0 mm2 from the previous 12.7 mm2 in conventional printing. While these results underscore the significant potential of our innovation in creating precise biomimetic constructs, further investigation is necessary to tackle challenges such as accurately distinguishing closely stacked layers using a vision system, especially under varying lighting conditions. These limitations, coupled with issues of computational complexity and scalability in larger-scale bioprinting, emphasize the importance of enhancing the reliability of the vision-based approach across various conditions. Nonetheless, our innovation demonstrates substantial promise in creating precise biomimetic constructs and paves the way for future advancements in vision-guided robotic bioprinting, including the integration of multi-material printing techniques to enhance versatility.
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- Erfan Shojaei Barjuei
- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
- Deparement of Biomedical Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada.
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Wu LC, Hsieh YY, Hsu TS, Liu PY, Tsuang FY, Kuo YJ, Chen CH, Van Huynh T, Chiang CJ. 3D-printed porous titanium suture anchor: a rabbit lateral femoral condyle model. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2024; 25:559. [PMID: 39026178 PMCID: PMC11256369 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-024-07666-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The inclusion of a connecting path in a porous implant can promote nutrient diffusion to cells and enhance bone ingrowth. Consequently, this study aimed to evaluate the biomechanical, radiographic, and histopathological performance of a novel 3D-printed porous suture anchor in a rabbit femur model. METHODS Three test groups were formed based on the type of suture anchor (SA): Commercial SA (CSA, Group A, n = 20), custom solid SA (CSSA, Group B, n = 20), and custom porous SA (CPSA, Group C, n = 20). The SAs were implanted in the lateral femoral condyle of the right leg in each rabbit. The rabbits (New Zealand white rabbits, male, mean body weight of 2.8 ± 0.5 kg, age 8 months) underwent identical treatment and were randomized into experimental and control groups via computer-generated randomization. Five rabbits (10 femoral condyles) were euthanized at 0, 4, 8, and 12 weeks post-implantation for micro-CT, histological analysis, and biomechanical testing. RESULTS At 12 weeks, the CPSA showed a higher BV/TV (median 0.7301, IQR 0.7276-0.7315) than the CSSA and CSA. The histological analysis showed mineralized osteocytes near the SA. At 4 weeks, new bone was observed around the CPSA and had penetrated its porous structure. By 12 weeks, there was no significant difference in ultimate failure load between the CSA and CPSA. CONCLUSIONS We demonstrated that the innovative 3D-printed porous suture anchor exhibited comparable pullout strength to conventional threaded suture anchors at the 12-week postoperative time-point period. Furthermore, our porous anchor design enhanced new bone formation and facilitated bone growth into the implant structure, resulting in improved biomechanical stability.
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- Lien-Chen Wu
- Department of Orthopaedics, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 23561, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 23561, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 23561, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei City, 10022, Taiwan
- Spine Tumor Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei City, 10022, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei City, 116, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 23561, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
- School of Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
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- Department of Interventional Cardiology, Thong Nhat Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- International Ph.D program in medicine, college of medicine, Taipei medical university, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 23561, Taiwan.
- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan.
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Fan B, Yang S, Wang L, Xu M. Spatially Resolved Defect Characterization and Fidelity Assessment for Complex and Arbitrary Irregular 3D Printing Based on 3D P-OCT and GCode. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 24:3636. [PMID: 38894427 PMCID: PMC11175316 DOI: 10.3390/s24113636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2024] [Revised: 05/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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To address the challenges associated with achieving high-fidelity printing of complex 3D bionic models, this paper proposes a method for spatially resolved defect characterization and fidelity assessment. This approach is based on 3D printer-associated optical coherence tomography (3D P-OCT) and GCode information. This method generates a defect characterization map by comparing and analyzing the target model map from GCode information and the reconstructed model map from 3D P-OCT. The defect characterization map enables the detection of defects such as material accumulation, filament breakage and under-extrusion within the print path, as well as stringing outside the print path. The defect characterization map is also used for defect visualization, fidelity assessment and filament breakage repair during secondary printing. Finally, the proposed method is validated on different bionic models, printing paths and materials. The fidelity of the multilayer HAP scaffold with gradient spacing increased from 0.8398 to 0.9048 after the repair of filament breakage defects. At the same time, the over-extrusion defects on the nostril and along the high-curvature contours of the nose model were effectively detected. In addition, the finite element analysis results verified that the 60-degree filling model is superior to the 90-degree filling model in terms of mechanical strength, which is consistent with the defect detection results. The results confirm that the proposed method based on 3D P-OCT and GCode can achieve spatially resolved defect characterization and fidelity assessment in situ, facilitating defect visualization and filament breakage repair. Ultimately, this enables high-fidelity printing, encompassing both shape and function.
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- Bowen Fan
- School of Automation, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China; (B.F.); (M.X.)
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- School of Automation, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China; (B.F.); (M.X.)
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Medical Information and Biological 3D Printing, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- School of Automation, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China; (B.F.); (M.X.)
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Medical Information and Biological 3D Printing, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- School of Automation, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China; (B.F.); (M.X.)
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Medical Information and Biological 3D Printing, Hangzhou 310018, China
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Elakkiya K, Bargavi P, Balakumar S. 3D interconnected porous PMMA scaffold integrating with advanced nanostructured CaP-based biomaterials for rapid bone repair and regeneration. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2023; 147:106106. [PMID: 37708780 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2023.106106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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Bioactive scaffolds with polymer and nanostructured bioactive glass-based composites are promising materials for regenerative applications in consequence of close mimics of natural bone composition. Poly methyl methacrylate (PMMA) is a highly preferred thermoplastic polymer for orthopedic applications as it has good biocompatibility. Different kinds of bioactive, biodegradable as well as biocompatible biomaterial composites such as Bioglass (BG), Hydroxyapatite (Hap), and Tricalcium phosphate (TCP) can be integrated with PMMA, so as to augment the bioactivity, porosity as well as regeneration of hard tissues in human body. Among the bioactive glass, 60S BG (Bioactive glass with 60 percentage of Silica without Sodium ions) is better materials among aforementioned systems owning to mechanical stability as well as controlled bioactive material. In this work, the fabrication of PMMA-CaP (calcium phosphate)-based scaffolds were carried out by Thermal Induced Phase Separation method (TIPS). X-ray diffractogram analysis (XRD) is used to examine the physiochemical properties of the scaffolds that evidently reveal the presence of calcium phosphate besides calcium phosphate silicate phases. The Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) studies obviously exhibited the microstructure of the scaffolds as well as their interconnected porous morphology. The PMMA/60S BG/TCP (C50) scaffold has the maximum pore size, measuring 77 ± 23 μm, while the average pore size ranges from 50 ± 20 to 80 ± 23 μm. By performing a liquid displacement method, the C50 scaffold is found to have the largest porosity of 50%, high hydrophilicity of 118.16°, and a compression test reveals the scaffolds to have a maximum compressive strength of 0.16 MPa. The emergence of bone-like apatite on the scaffold surface after 1st and 21st days of SBF immersion is further supported by in vitro bioactivity studies. Cytocompatibility and hemocompatibility analyses undoubtedly confirmed the biocompatibility behavior of PMMA-based bioactive scaffolds. Nano-CT investigation demonstrates that PMMA-CaP scaffolds provide more or less alike morphologies of composites that resemble the natural bone. Therefore, this combination of scaffolds could be considered as potential biomaterials for bone regeneration application. This detailed study promisingly demonstrates the eminence of the unique scaffolds in the direction of regenerative medicines.
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- K Elakkiya
- National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, University of Madras, Chennai 600025, India
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- Department of Oral Pathology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai 600077, India
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- National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, University of Madras, Chennai 600025, India.
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Fielder M, Nair AK. Effects of scattering on ultrasound wave transmission through bioinspired scaffolds. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2022; 126:105065. [PMID: 34974324 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2021.105065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Enhancing tissue growth in scaffolds using ultrasound waves while maintaining the structural integrity of the scaffolds is a challenging problem. Previous studies have primarily focused on the effect of ultrasound waves directly on the tissue, but how the ultrasound wave interacts with the scaffold needs to be further understood, which will have a significant effect on the response of tissue to mechanical stimulation. In this study we investigate how ultrasound wave transmission differs between scaffolds with uniform pore shapes (triangle, square, rectangle, hexagon) and a bioinspired scaffold with higher structural integrity that is inspired from the atomic structure of hydroxyapatite which is a primary component of bone. We use finite element method and ultrasound experiments on 3D-printed scaffolds composed of Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) with constant porosity to predict the effect of pore shape and wave signal frequency in the range of 1-20 MHz on acoustic wave scattering and transmission. We find that the pore shape of the scaffold affects the magnitude of ultrasound transmission even when porosity is constant, and that the bioinspired scaffolds can allow as much as 67% more wave transmission compared to scaffolds with rectangular or square pore shapes at 1 MHz frequency. Triangular and hexagonal pores are also found to produce more nonuniform transmitted wavefronts compared to the square and rectangular pores. Peak density is defined as the number of local extrema of the transmitted wave frequency power spectrum and measures the uniformity of the transmitted wave. We find that a higher peak density value for the bioinspired scaffold due to its nonsymmetric structure further produces more nonuniform wave scattering. The results of this study are important for designing bioinspired tissue scaffold geometries to control ultrasound wave penetration and to enhance mechanical stimulation for tissue growth and will also aid in the ultrasonic characterization of porous structures based on changes in pore geometry.
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- Marco Fielder
- Multiscale Materials Modeling Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Multiscale Materials Modeling Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA; Institute for Nanoscience and Engineering, 731 W. Dickson Street, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA.
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Raymond Y, Pastorino D, Ginebreda I, Maazouz Y, Ortiz M, Manzanares MC, Ginebra MP. Computed tomography and histological evaluation of xenogenic and biomimetic bone grafts in three-wall alveolar defects in minipigs. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 25:6695-6706. [PMID: 33931811 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-03956-y] [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: 11/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to compare the performance of a xenograft (XG) and a biomimetic synthetic graft (SG) in three-wall alveolar defects in minipigs by means of 3D computerised tomography and histology. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eight minipigs were used. A total of eight defects were created in the jaw of each animal, three of which were grafted with XGs, three with SGs, and two were left empty as a negative control. The allocation of the different grafts was randomised. Four animals were euthanised at 6 weeks and four at 12 weeks. The grafted volume was then measured by spiral computed tomography to assess volume preservation. Additionally, a histological analysis was performed in undecalcified samples by backscattered scanning electron microscopy and optical microscopy after Masson's trichrome staining. RESULTS A linear mixed-effects model was applied considering four fixed factors (bone graft type, regeneration time, anatomic position, and maxilla/mandible) and one random factor (animal). The SG exhibited significantly larger grafted volume (19%) than the XG. The anterior sites preserved better the grafted volume than the posterior ones. Finally, regeneration time had a positive effect on the grafted volume. Histological observations revealed excellent osseointegration and osteoconductive properties for both biomaterials. Some concavities found in the spheroidal morphologies of SGs were associated with osteoclastic resorption. CONCLUSIONS Both biomaterials met the requirements for bone grafting, i.e. biocompatibility, osseointegration, and osteoconduction. Granule morphology was identified as an important factor to ensure a good volume preservation. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Whereas both biomaterials showed excellent osteoconduction, SGs resulted in better volume preservation.
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- Yago Raymond
- Mimetis Biomaterials S.L., Carrer de Cartagena, 245, 3F, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
- Biomaterials, Biomechanics and Tissue Engineering Group, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), EEBE, Av. Eduard Maristany, 10-14, 08019, Barcelona, Spain
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- Mimetis Biomaterials S.L., Carrer de Cartagena, 245, 3F, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Carrer de Josep Trueta, 08195 Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain
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- Mimetis Biomaterials S.L., Carrer de Cartagena, 245, 3F, 08025, Barcelona, Spain
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- Biomaterials, Biomechanics and Tissue Engineering Group, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), EEBE, Av. Eduard Maristany, 10-14, 08019, Barcelona, Spain
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- Human Anatomy and Embryology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, Universitat de Barcelona, 08907 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
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- Mimetis Biomaterials S.L., Carrer de Cartagena, 245, 3F, 08025, Barcelona, Spain.
- Biomaterials, Biomechanics and Tissue Engineering Group, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), EEBE, Av. Eduard Maristany, 10-14, 08019, Barcelona, Spain.
- Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, C/ Baldiri Reixac 10-12, 08028, Barcelona, Spain.
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Fabrication of 3D Printed Poly(lactic acid)/Polycaprolactone Scaffolds Using TGF-β1 for Promoting Bone Regeneration. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13213731. [PMID: 34771286 PMCID: PMC8588076 DOI: 10.3390/polym13213731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Revised: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Our research was designed to evaluate the effect on bone regeneration with 3-dimensional (3D) printed polylactic acid (PLA) and 3D printed polycaprolactone (PCL) scaffolds, determine the more effective option for enhancing bone regeneration, and offer tentative evidence for further research and clinical application. Employing the 3D printing technique, the PLA and PCL scaffolds showed similar morphologies, as confirmed via scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Mechanical strength was significantly higher in the PLA group (63.4 MPa) than in the PCL group (29.1 MPa) (p < 0.01). Average porosity, swelling ratio, and degeneration rate in the PCL scaffold were higher than those in the PLA scaffold. SEM observation after cell coculture showed improved cell attachment and activity in the PCL scaffolds. A functional study revealed the best outcome in the 3D printed PCL-TGF-β1 scaffold compared with the 3D printed PCL and the 3D printed PCL-Polydopamine (PDA) scaffold (p < 0.001). As confirmed via SEM, the 3D printed PCL- transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGF-β1) scaffold also exhibited improved cell adhesion after 6 h of cell coculture. The 3D printed PCL scaffold showed better physical properties and biocompatibility than the 3D printed PLA scaffold. Based on the data of TGF-β1, this study confirms that the 3D printed PCL scaffold may offer stronger osteogenesis.
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Dewey MJ, Harley BAC. Biomaterial design strategies to address obstacles in craniomaxillofacial bone repair. RSC Adv 2021; 11:17809-17827. [PMID: 34540206 PMCID: PMC8443006 DOI: 10.1039/d1ra02557k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Biomaterial design to repair craniomaxillofacial defects has largely focused on promoting bone regeneration, while there are many additional factors that influence this process. The bone microenvironment is complex, with various mechanical property differences between cortical and cancellous bone, a unique porous architecture, and multiple cell types that must maintain homeostasis. This complex environment includes a vascular architecture to deliver cells and nutrients, osteoblasts which form new bone, osteoclasts which resorb excess bone, and upon injury, inflammatory cells and bacteria which can lead to failure to repair. To create biomaterials able to regenerate these large missing portions of bone on par with autograft materials, design of these materials must include methods to overcome multiple obstacles to effective, efficient bone regeneration. These obstacles include infection and biofilm formation on the biomaterial surface, fibrous tissue formation resulting from ill-fitting implants or persistent inflammation, non-bone tissue formation such as cartilage from improper biomaterial signals to cells, and voids in bone infill or lengthy implant degradation times. Novel biomaterial designs may provide approaches to effectively induce osteogenesis and new bone formation, include design motifs that facilitate surgical handling, intraoperative modification and promote conformal fitting within complex defect geometries, induce a pro-healing immune response, and prevent bacterial infection. In this review, we discuss the bone injury microenvironment and methods of biomaterial design to overcome these obstacles, which if unaddressed, may result in failure of the implant to regenerate host bone.
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- Marley J. Dewey
- Dept of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignUrbanaIL 61801USA
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- Dept of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignUrbanaIL 61801USA
- Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignUrbanaIL 61801USA
- Dept of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 110 Roger Adams Laboratory600 S. Mathews AveUrbanaIL 61801USA+1-217-333-5052+1-217-244-7112
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Wang J, Xia Z, Liu J, Zhang N, Zhou W, Zhong Z, Luo Z, Li W, Yang Z, Hu Y. Facile fabrication of near‐infrared light‐responsive shape memory nanocomposite scaffolds with hierarchical porous structures. J Appl Polym Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/app.50938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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- Jingguang Wang
- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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- Guangzhou Quality Supervision and Testing Institute Guangzhou China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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- Wuhan Engineering Science and Technology Institute Wuhan China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
- Key laboratory of Bio‐Pesticide Innovation and Application of Guangdong Province Guangzhou China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University Guangzhou China
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Gupta D, Vashisth P, Bellare J. Multiscale porosity in a 3D printed gellan-gelatin composite for bone tissue engineering. Biomed Mater 2021; 16. [PMID: 33761468 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/abf1a7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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The aim of this work was to develop a complex-shaped gelatin-gellan composite scaffold with multiscale porosity using a combination of cryogenic 3D printing and lyophilization for bone tissue engineering. Cryogenic 3D printing was used to fabricate a low-concentration composite of complex-shaped macroporous gelatin-gellan structures with a pore size of 919 ± 89 µm. This was followed by lyophilization to introduce micropores of size 20-250 µm and nanometre-level surface functionalities, thus achieving a hierarchical porous structure. These multiscale porous scaffolds (GMu) were compared with two other types of scaffolds having only microporosity (GMi) and macroporosity (GMa) with regard to their physical andin vitrobiological properties. GMu scaffolds were found to be better than GMi and GMa in terms of swelling percentage, degradation rate, uniform pore distribution, cellular infiltration, attachment, proliferation, protein generation and mineralization. In conclusion, we have developed a controlled hierarchical bone-like structure, biomimicking natural bone, together with a reproducible process of manufacture by coupling soft hydrogel 3D printing with lyophilization. This enables the development of complex-shaped patient-specific 3D printed hydrogel scaffolds with enhanced performancein vitroand great potential in the fields of tissue engineering, bioprinting and regenerative medicine.
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- Deepak Gupta
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076, India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, New Delhi 110016, India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076, India.,Tata Centre for Technology and Design, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076, India.,Centre for Research in Nanotechnology & Science, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076, India.,Wadhwani Research Centre for Bioengineering (WRCB), Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076, India
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Armstrong AA, Pfeil A, Alleyne AG, Wagoner Johnson AJ. Process monitoring and control strategies in extrusion-based bioprinting to fabricate spatially graded structures. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bprint.2020.e00126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Armstrong AA, Alleyne AG, Wagoner Johnson AJ. 1D and 2D error assessment and correction for extrusion-based bioprinting using process sensing and control strategies. Biofabrication 2020; 12:045023. [PMID: 32702687 DOI: 10.1088/1758-5090/aba8ee] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The bioprinting literature currently lacks: (i) process sensing tools to measure material deposition, (ii) performance metrics to evaluate system performance, and (iii) control tools to correct for and avoid material deposition errors. The lack of process sensing tools limits in vivo functionality of bioprinted parts since accurate material deposition is critical to mimicking the heterogeneous structures of native tissues. We present a process monitoring and control strategy for extrusion-based fabrication that addresses all three gaps to improve material deposition. Our strategy uses a non-contact laser displacement scanner that measures both the spatial material placement and width of the deposited material. We developed a custom image processing script that uses the laser scanner data and defined error metrics for assessing material deposition. To implement process control, the script uses the error metrics to modify control inputs for the next deposition iteration in order to correct for the errors. A key contribution is the definition of a novel method to quantitatively evaluate the accuracy of printed constructs. We implement the process monitoring and control strategy on an extrusion-printing system to evaluate system performance and demonstrate improvement in both material placement and material width.
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- Ashley A Armstrong
- The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, Champaign, IL, United States of America
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He F, Lu T, Fang X, Feng S, Feng S, Tian Y, Li Y, Zuo F, Deng X, Ye J. Novel Extrusion-Microdrilling Approach to Fabricate Calcium Phosphate-Based Bioceramic Scaffolds Enabling Fast Bone Regeneration. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2020; 12:32340-32351. [PMID: 32597161 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c07304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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This study proposes a novel approach, termed extrusion-microdrilling, to fabricate three-dimensional (3D) interconnected bioceramic scaffolds with channel-like macropores for bone regeneration. The extrusion-microdrilling method is characterized by ease of use, high efficiency, structural flexibility, and precision. The 3D interconnected β-tricalcium phosphate bioceramic (EM-TCP) scaffolds prepared by this method showed channel-like square macropores (∼650 μm) by extrusion and channel-like round macropores (∼570 μm) by microdrilling as well as copious micropores. By incorporating a strontium-containing phosphate-based glass (SrPG), the obtained calcium phosphate-based bioceramic (EM-TCP/SrPG) scaffolds had noticeably higher compressive strength, lower porosity, and smaller macropore size, tremendously enhanced in vitro proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of mouse bone marrow stromal cells, and suppressed in vitro osteoclastic activities of RAW264.7 cells, as compared with the EM-TCP scaffolds. In vivo assessment results indicated that at postoperative week 6, new vessels and a large percentage of new bone tissues (24-25%) were formed throughout the interconnected macropores of EM-TCP and EM-TCP/SrPG, which were implanted in the femoral defects of rabbits; the bone formation of the EM-TCP group was comparable to that of the EM-TCP/SrPG group. At 12 weeks postimplantation, the bone formation percentage of EM-TCP was slightly reduced, while that of EM-TCP/SrPG with a slower degradation rate was pronouncedly increased. This work provides a new strategy to fabricate interconnected bioceramic scaffolds allowing for fast bone regeneration, and the EM-TCP/SrPG scaffolds are promising for efficiently repairing bone defects.
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- Fupo He
- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
- Jihua Laboratory, Foshan 528200, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
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- School of Civil Engineering, Hebei University of Engineering, Handan 056038, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electromechanical Engineering, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, People's Republic of China
- Jihua Laboratory, Foshan 528200, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, People's Republic of China
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Qiu Y, Xu X, Guo W, Zhao Y, Su J, Chen J. Mesoporous Hydroxyapatite Nanoparticles Mediate the Release and Bioactivity of BMP-2 for Enhanced Bone Regeneration. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2020; 6:2323-2335. [PMID: 33455303 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.9b01954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Efficient delivery of bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) with desirable bioactivity is still a great challenge in the field of bone regeneration. In this study, a silk fibroin/chitosan scaffold incorporated with BMP-2-loaded mesoporous hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (mHANPs) was prepared (SCH-L). BMP-2 was preloaded onto mHANPs with a high surface area before mixing with a silk fibroin/chitosan composite. Bare (without BMP-2) silk fibroin/chitosan/mHANP (SCH) scaffolds and SCH scaffolds with directly absorbed BMP-2 (SCH-D) were investigated in parallel for comparison. In vitro release kinetics indicated that BMP-2 released from the SCH-L scaffold showed a significantly lower initial burst release, followed by a more sustained release over time than the SCH-D scaffold. In vitro cell viability, osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs), and the in vivo osteogenic effect of scaffolds in a rat calvarial defect were evaluated. The results showed that compared with bare SCH and SCH-D scaffolds, the SCH-L scaffold significantly promoted the osteogenic differentiation of BMSCs in vitro and induced more pronounced bone formation in vivo. Further studies demonstrated that the mHANP-mediated satisfactory conformational change and sustained release benefited the protection of the released BMP-2 bioactivity, as confirmed by alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity and a mineralization deposition assay. More importantly, the interaction of BMP-2/mHANPs enhanced the binding ability of BMP-2 to cellular receptors, thereby maintaining its biological activity in osteogenic differentiation and osteoinductivity well, which contributed to the markedly promoted in vitro and in vivo osteogenic efficacy of the SCH-L scaffold. Taken together, these results provide strong evidence that mHANPs represent an attractive carrier for binding BMP-2 to scaffolds. The SCH-L scaffold shows promising potential for bone tissue regeneration applications.
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- Yubei Qiu
- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, 246 Yangqiao Zhong Road, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, 29 Xinquan Road, Fuzhou 350001, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, 246 Yangqiao Zhong Road, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, 246 Yangqiao Zhong Road, Fuzhou 350002, China.,Research Center of Dental and Craniofacial Implants, Fujian Medical University, 88 Jiaotong Road, Fuzhou 350004, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, 246 Yangqiao Zhong Road, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, 246 Yangqiao Zhong Road, Fuzhou 350002, China
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Aldemir Dikici B, Reilly GC, Claeyssens F. Boosting the Osteogenic and Angiogenic Performance of Multiscale Porous Polycaprolactone Scaffolds by In Vitro Generated Extracellular Matrix Decoration. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2020; 12:12510-12524. [PMID: 32100541 PMCID: PMC7146758 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.9b23100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2019] [Accepted: 02/26/2020] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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Tissue engineering (TE)-based bone grafts are favorable alternatives to autografts and allografts. Both biochemical properties and the architectural features of TE scaffolds are crucial in their design process. Synthetic polymers are attractive biomaterials to be used in the manufacturing of TE scaffolds, due to various advantages, such as being relatively inexpensive, enabling precise reproducibility, possessing tunable mechanical/chemical properties, and ease of processing. However, such scaffolds need modifications to improve their limited interaction with biological tissues. Structurally, multiscale porosity is advantageous over single-scale porosity; therefore, in this study, we have considered two key points in the design of a bone repair material; (i) manufacture of multiscale porous scaffolds made of photocurable polycaprolactone (PCL) by a combination of emulsion templating and three-dimensional (3D) printing and (ii) decoration of these scaffolds with the in vitro generated bone-like extracellular matrix (ECM) to create biohybrid scaffolds that have improved biological performance compared to PCL-only scaffolds. Multiscale porous scaffolds were fabricated, bone cells were cultured on them, and then they were decellularized. The biological performance of these constructs was tested in vitro and in vivo. Mesenchymal progenitors were seeded on PCL-only and biohybrid scaffolds. Cells not only showed improved attachment on biohybrid scaffolds but also exhibited a significantly higher rate of cell growth and osteogenic activity. The chick chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) assay was used to explore the angiogenic potential of the biohybrid scaffolds. The CAM assay indicated that the presence of the in vitro generated ECM on polymeric scaffolds resulted in higher angiogenic potential and a high degree of tissue infiltration. This study demonstrated that multiscale porous biohybrid scaffolds present a promising approach to improve bioactivity, encourage precursors to differentiate into mature bones, and to induce angiogenesis.
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- Betül Aldemir Dikici
- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, Kroto Research Institute, University of Sheffield, Sheffield S3 7HQ, United Kingdom
- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, INSIGNEO Institute for In Silico
Medicine, University of Sheffield, The Pam Liversidge Building, Sheffield S1 3JD, United Kingdom
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- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, INSIGNEO Institute for In Silico
Medicine, University of Sheffield, The Pam Liversidge Building, Sheffield S1 3JD, United Kingdom
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- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, Kroto Research Institute, University of Sheffield, Sheffield S3 7HQ, United Kingdom
- Department
of Materials Science and Engineering, INSIGNEO Institute for In Silico
Medicine, University of Sheffield, The Pam Liversidge Building, Sheffield S1 3JD, United Kingdom
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Yu W, Wu X, Cen H, Guo Y, Li C, Wang Y, Qin Y, Chen W. Study on the biomechanical responses of the loaded bone in macroscale and mesoscale by multiscale poroelastic FE analysis. Biomed Eng Online 2019; 18:122. [PMID: 31870380 PMCID: PMC6929473 DOI: 10.1186/s12938-019-0741-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Bone is a hierarchically structured composite material, and different hierarchical levels exhibit diverse material properties and functions. The stress and strain distribution and fluid flow in bone play an important role in the realization of mechanotransduction and bone remodeling. METHODS To investigate the mechanotransduction and fluid behaviors in loaded bone, a multiscale method was developed. Based on poroelastic theory, we established the theoretical and FE model of a segment bone to provide basis for researching more complex bone model. The COMSOL Multiphysics software was used to establish different scales of bone models, and the properties of mechanical and fluid behaviors in each scale were investigated. RESULTS FE results correlated very well with analytical in macroscopic scale, and the results for the mesoscopic models were about less than 2% different compared to that in the macro-mesoscale models, verifying the correctness of the modeling. In macro-mesoscale, results demonstrated that variations in fluid pressure (FP), fluid velocity (FV), von Mises stress (VMS), and maximum principal strain (MPS) in the position of endosteum, periosteum, osteon, and interstitial bone and these variations can be considerable (up to 10, 8, 4 and 3.5 times difference in maximum FP, FV, VMS, and MPS between the highest and the lowest regions, respectively). With the changing of Young's modulus (E) in each osteon lamella, the strain and stress concentration occurred in different positions and given rise to microscale spatial variations in the fluid pressure field. The heterogeneous distribution of lacunar-canalicular permeability (klcp) in each osteon lamella had various influence on the FP and FV, but had little effect on VMS and MPS. CONCLUSION Based on the idealized model presented in this article, the presence of endosteum and periosteum has an important influence on the fluid flow in bone. With the hypothetical parameter values in osteon lamellae, the bone material parameters have effect on the propagation of stress and fluid flow in bone. The model can also incorporate alternative material parameters obtained from different individuals. The suggested method is expected to provide dependable biological information for better understanding the bone mechanotransduction and signal transduction.
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- WeiLun Yu
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Shanxi Key Lab. of Material Strength, College of Biomedical Engineering & Structural Impact, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, Shanxi, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Shanxi Key Lab. of Material Strength, College of Biomedical Engineering & Structural Impact, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, Shanxi, China.
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- Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Shanxi Key Lab. of Material Strength, College of Biomedical Engineering & Structural Impact, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, Shanxi, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Shanxi Key Lab. of Material Strength, College of Biomedical Engineering & Structural Impact, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, Shanxi, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Shanxi Key Lab. of Material Strength, College of Biomedical Engineering & Structural Impact, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, Shanxi, China
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- Orthopaedic Bioengineering Research Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, USA
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Shanxi Key Lab. of Material Strength, College of Biomedical Engineering & Structural Impact, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, Shanxi, China.
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Armstrong AA, Norato J, Alleyne AG, Wagoner Johnson AJ. Direct process feedback in extrusion-based 3D bioprinting. Biofabrication 2019; 12:015017. [DOI: 10.1088/1758-5090/ab4d97] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Anastasiou AD, Nerantzaki M, Gounari E, Duggal MS, Giannoudis PV, Jha A, Bikiaris D. Antibacterial properties and regenerative potential of Sr 2+ and Ce 3+ doped fluorapatites; a potential solution for peri-implantitis. Sci Rep 2019; 9:14469. [PMID: 31597949 PMCID: PMC6785562 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-50916-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2019] [Accepted: 09/09/2019] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Scaffolds and implants in orthopaedics and regenerative dentistry usually fail because of bacterial infections. A promising solution would be the development of biomaterials with both significant regenerative potential and enhanced antibacterial activity. Working towards this direction, fluorapatite was synthesised and doped with Sr2+ and Ce3+ ions in order to tailor its properties. After experiments with four common bacteria (i.e. E. Coli, S. Aureus, B. Subtilis, B. Cereus), it was found that the undoped and the Ce3+ doped fluorapatites present better antibacterial response than the Sr2+ doped material. The synthesised minerals were incorporated into chitosan scaffolds and tested with Dental Pulp Stem Cells (DPSCs) to check their regenerative potential. As was expected, the scaffolds containing Sr2+-doped fluorapatite, presented high osteoconductivity leading to the differentiation of the DPSCs into osteoblasts. Similar results were obtained for the Ce3+-doped material, since both the concentration of osteocalcin and the RUNX2 gene expression were considerably higher than that for the un-doped mineral. Overall, it was shown that doping with Ce3+ retains the good antibacterial profile of fluorapatite and enhances its regenerative potential, which makes it a promising option for dealing with conditions where healing of hard tissues is compromised by bacterial contamination.
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- A D Anastasiou
- School of Chemical and Process Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK.
- Department of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK.
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- Sorbonne University, UPMC Univ Paris 06, CNRS, UMR 8234, PHENIX Laboratory, case 51, 4 place Jussieu, 75252, Paris cedex 05, France
- Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Technology, Chemistry Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, 541 24, Macedonia, Greece
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore, Singapore
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- Academic Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK
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- School of Chemical and Process Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK
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- Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Technology, Chemistry Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Cheng CH, Chen YW, Kai-Xing Lee A, Yao CH, Shie MY. Development of mussel-inspired 3D-printed poly (lactic acid) scaffold grafted with bone morphogenetic protein-2 for stimulating osteogenesis. JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE. MATERIALS IN MEDICINE 2019; 30:78. [PMID: 31222566 DOI: 10.1007/s10856-019-6279-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2018] [Accepted: 06/07/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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3D printing is a versatile technique widely applied in tissue engineering due to its ability to manufacture large quantities of scaffolds or constructs with various desired architectures. In this study, we demonstrated that poly (lactic acid) (PLA) scaffolds fabricated via fused deposition not only retained the original interconnected microporous architectures, the scaffolds also exhibited lower lactic acid dissolution as compared to the freeze-PLA scaffold. The 3D-printed scaffolds were then grafted with human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) via the actions of polydopamine (PDA) coatings. The loading and release rate of BMP-2 were monitored for a period of 35 days. Cellular behaviors and osteogenic activities of co-cultured human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) were assessed to determine for efficacies of scaffolds. In addition, we demonstrated that our fabricated scaffolds were homogenously coated with PDA and well grafted with BMP-2 (219.1 ± 20.4 ng) when treated with 250 ng/mL of BMP-2 and 741.4 ± 127.3 ng when treated with 1000 ng/mL of BMP-2. This grafting enables BMP-2 to be released in a sustained profile. From the osteogenic assay, it was shown that the ALP activity and osteocalcin of hMSCs cultured on BMP-2/PDA/PLA were significantly higher when compared with PLA and PDA/PLA scaffolds. The methodology of PDA coating employed in this study can be used as a simple model to immobilize multiple growth factors onto different 3D-printed scaffold substrates. Therefore, there is potential for generation of scaffolds with different unique modifications with different capabilities in regulating physiochemical and biological properties for future applications in bone tissue engineering.
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- Cheng-Hsin Cheng
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Science, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Neurosurgery, Tainan Municipal An-Nan Hospital-China Medical University, Tainan, Taiwan
- Department of Neurosurgery, China Medical University Hospital, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- 3D Printing Medical Research Institute, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- 3D Printing Medical Research Center, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- School of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Biomedical Imaging and Radiological Science, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.
- School of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.
- Biomaterials Translational Research Center, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.
- Department of Bioinformatics and Medical Engineering, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan.
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- 3D Printing Medical Research Center, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.
- Department of Bioinformatics and Medical Engineering, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan.
- School of Dentistry, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.
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Gupta D, Singh AK, Dravid A, Bellare J. Multiscale Porosity in Compressible Cryogenically 3D Printed Gels for Bone Tissue Engineering. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2019; 11:20437-20452. [PMID: 31081613 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.9b05460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology has seen several refinements when introduced in the field of medical devices and regenerative medicines. However, it is still a challenge to 3D print gels for building complex constructs as per the desired shape and size. Here, we present a novel method to 3D print gelatin/carboxymethylchitin/hydroxyapatite composite gel constructs of a complex shape. The objective of this study is to fabricate a bioactive gel scaffold with a controlled hierarchical structure. The hierarchy ranges from 3D outer shape to macroporosity to microporosity and rough surface. The fabrication process developed here uses 3D printing in a local cryogenic atmosphere, followed by lyophilization and cross-linking. The gel instantly freezes after extrusion on the cold plate. The cooling action is not limited to the build plate, but the entire gel scaffold is cooled during the 3D printing process. This enables the construction of a stable self-sustaining large-sized 3D complex geometry. Further, lyophilization introduces bulk microporosity into the scaffolds. The outer shape and macroporosity were controlled with the 3D printer, whereas the microporous structure and desirable rough surface morphology were obtained through lyophilization. With cryogenic 3D printing, up to 90% microporosity could be incorporated into the scaffolds. The microporosity and pore size distribution were controlled by changing the cross-linker and total polymer concentration, which resulted in six times increase in surface open pores of size <20 μm on increasing the cross-linker concentration from 25 to 100 mg/mL. The introduction of bulk microporosity was shown to increase swelling by 1.8 times along with a significant increase in human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells and Saos-2 cell attachment (2×), proliferation (2.4×), Saos-2 cell alkaline phosphatase level (2×), and mineralization (3×). The scaffolds are spongy in nature in a wet state, thus making them potential implants for bone cavities with a small opening. The application of these cryogenically 3D printed compressible gel scaffolds with multiscale porosity extends to a small- as well as a large-sized open/partially open patient-specific bone defect.
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- Central Research Facility (CRF) , Indian Institute of Technology Delhi , New Delhi 110016 , India
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- Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering , Johns Hopkins University , 323 E 33rd Street , Baltimore , Maryland 21218 , United States
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Gutiérrez-Prieto SJ, Perdomo-Lara SJ, Diaz-Peraza JM, Sequeda-Castañeda LG. Analysis of In Vitro Osteoblast Culture on Scaffolds for Future Bone Regeneration Purposes in Dentistry. Adv Pharmacol Sci 2019; 2019:5420752. [PMID: 30881450 PMCID: PMC6381563 DOI: 10.1155/2019/5420752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2018] [Revised: 10/18/2018] [Accepted: 10/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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One of the main focuses of tissue engineering is to search for tridimensional scaffold materials, complying with nature's properties for tissue regeneration. Determining material biocompatibility is a fundamental step in considering its use. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to analyze osteoblast cell adhesion and viability on different materials to determine which was more compatible for future bone regeneration. Tridimensional structures were fabricated with hydroxyapatite, collagen, and porous silica. The bovine bone was used as material control. Biocompatibility was determined by seeding primary osteoblasts on each tridimensional structure. Cellular morphology was assessed by SEM and viability through confocal microscopy. Osteoblast colonization was observed on all evaluated materials' surface, revealing they did not elicit osteoblast cytotoxicity. Analyses of four different materials studied with diverse compositions and characteristics showed that adhesiveness was best seen for HA and viability for collagen. In general, the results of this investigation suggest these materials can be used in combination, as scaffolds intended for bone regeneration in dental and medical fields.
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- Department of Physics, School of Sciences, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
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Rustom LE, Poellmann MJ, Wagoner Johnson AJ. Mineralization in micropores of calcium phosphate scaffolds. Acta Biomater 2019; 83:435-455. [PMID: 30408560 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2018.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2018] [Revised: 10/31/2018] [Accepted: 11/03/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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With the increasing demand for novel bone repair solutions that overcome the drawbacks of current grafting techniques, the design of artificial bone scaffolds is a central focus in bone regeneration research. Calcium phosphate scaffolds are interesting given their compositional similarity with bone mineral. The majority of studies focus on bone growth in the macropores (>100 µm) of implanted calcium phosphate scaffolds where bone structures such as osteons and trabeculae can form. However, a growing body of research shows that micropores (<50 µm) play an important role not only in improving bone growth in the macropores, but also in providing additional space for bone growth. Bone growth in the micropores of calcium phosphate scaffolds offers major mechanical advantages as it improves the mechanical properties of the otherwise brittle materials, further stabilizes the implant, improves load transfer, and generally enhances osteointegration. In this paper, we review evidence in the literature of bone growth into micropores, emphasizing on identification techniques and conditions under which bone components are observed in the micropores. We also review theories on mineralization and propose mechanisms, mediated by cells or not, by which mineralization may occur in the confined micropore space of calcium phosphate scaffolds. Understanding and validating these mechanisms will allow to better control and enhance mineralization in micropores to improve the design and efficiency of bone implants. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: The design of synthetic bone scaffolds remains a major focus for engineering solutions to repair damaged and diseased bone. Most studies focus on the design of and growth in macropores (>100 µm), however research increasingly shows the importance of microporosity (<50 µm). Micropores provide an additional space for bone growth, which provides multiple mechanical advantages to the scaffold/bone composite. Here, we review evidence of bone growth into micropores in calcium phosphate scaffolds and conditions under which growth occurs in micropores, and we propose mechanisms that enable or facilitate growth in these pores. Understanding these mechanisms will allow researchers to exploit them and improve the design and efficiency of bone implants.
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Ho-Shui-Ling A, Bolander J, Rustom LE, Johnson AW, Luyten FP, Picart C. Bone regeneration strategies: Engineered scaffolds, bioactive molecules and stem cells current stage and future perspectives. Biomaterials 2018; 180:143-162. [PMID: 30036727 PMCID: PMC6710094 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2018.07.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 498] [Impact Index Per Article: 83.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2018] [Revised: 07/06/2018] [Accepted: 07/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Bone fractures are the most common traumatic injuries in humans. The repair of bone fractures is a regenerative process that recapitulates many of the biological events of embryonic skeletal development. Most of the time it leads to successful healing and the recovery of the damaged bone. Unfortunately, about 5-10% of fractures will lead to delayed healing or non-union, more so in the case of co-morbidities such as diabetes. In this article, we review the different strategies to heal bone defects using synthetic bone graft substitutes, biologically active substances and stem cells. The majority of currently available reviews focus on strategies that are still at the early stages of development and use mostly in vitro experiments with cell lines or stem cells. Here, we focus on what is already implemented in the clinics, what is currently in clinical trials, and what has been tested in animal models. Treatment approaches can be classified in three major categories: i) synthetic bone graft substitutes (BGS) whose architecture and surface can be optimized; ii) BGS combined with bioactive molecules such as growth factors, peptides or small molecules targeting bone precursor cells, bone formation and metabolism; iii) cell-based strategies with progenitor cells combined or not with active molecules that can be injected or seeded on BGS for improved delivery. We review the major types of adult stromal cells (bone marrow, adipose and periosteum derived) that have been used and compare their properties. Finally, we discuss the remaining challenges that need to be addressed to significantly improve the healing of bone defects.
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- Antalya Ho-Shui-Ling
- Grenoble Institute of Technology, Univ. Grenoble Alpes, 38000 Grenoble, France; CNRS, LMGP, 3 Parvis Louis Néel, 38031 Grenoble Cedex 01, France
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- Tissue Engineering Laboratory, Skeletal Biology and Engineering Research Center, KU Leuven, Belgium; Prometheus, Division of Skeletal Tissue Engineering, KU Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1304 West Springfield Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1206 West Green Street, Urbana, IL 61081, USA; Carle Illinois College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA; Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1206 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Tissue Engineering Laboratory, Skeletal Biology and Engineering Research Center, KU Leuven, Belgium; Prometheus, Division of Skeletal Tissue Engineering, KU Leuven, Belgium.
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- Grenoble Institute of Technology, Univ. Grenoble Alpes, 38000 Grenoble, France; CNRS, LMGP, 3 Parvis Louis Néel, 38031 Grenoble Cedex 01, France.
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Genin GM, Shenoy VB, Peng G, Buehler MJ. Integrated Multiscale Biomaterials Experiment and Modeling. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2017; 3:2628-2632. [PMID: 31157296 PMCID: PMC6544164 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.7b00821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
Abstract
The integration of modeling and experimentation is an integral component of all engineering design. Developing the technologies to achieve this represents a critical challenge in biomaterials because of the hierarchical structures that comprise them and the spectra of timescales upon which they operate. Progress in integrating modeling and experiment in biomaterials represents progress towards harnessing them for engineering application. We present here a summary of the state of the art, and outlooks for the field as a whole.
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- Guy M Genin
- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, 1 Brookings Drive, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO 63130 United States
- NSF Science and Technology Center for Engineering Mechanobiology, 1 Brookings Drive, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO 63130 United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, 220 South 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6391 United States
- NSF Science and Technology Center for Engineering Mechanobiology, University of Pennsylvania, 220 South 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6391 United States
| | - Grace Peng
- National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, 6707 Democracy Boulevard, Suite 202, Bethesda, MD 20892-5469 United States
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States
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Huang G, Li F, Zhao X, Ma Y, Li Y, Lin M, Jin G, Lu TJ, Genin GM, Xu F. Functional and Biomimetic Materials for Engineering of the Three-Dimensional Cell Microenvironment. Chem Rev 2017; 117:12764-12850. [PMID: 28991456 PMCID: PMC6494624 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.7b00094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 469] [Impact Index Per Article: 67.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
The cell microenvironment has emerged as a key determinant of cell behavior and function in development, physiology, and pathophysiology. The extracellular matrix (ECM) within the cell microenvironment serves not only as a structural foundation for cells but also as a source of three-dimensional (3D) biochemical and biophysical cues that trigger and regulate cell behaviors. Increasing evidence suggests that the 3D character of the microenvironment is required for development of many critical cell responses observed in vivo, fueling a surge in the development of functional and biomimetic materials for engineering the 3D cell microenvironment. Progress in the design of such materials has improved control of cell behaviors in 3D and advanced the fields of tissue regeneration, in vitro tissue models, large-scale cell differentiation, immunotherapy, and gene therapy. However, the field is still in its infancy, and discoveries about the nature of cell-microenvironment interactions continue to overturn much early progress in the field. Key challenges continue to be dissecting the roles of chemistry, structure, mechanics, and electrophysiology in the cell microenvironment, and understanding and harnessing the roles of periodicity and drift in these factors. This review encapsulates where recent advances appear to leave the ever-shifting state of the art, and it highlights areas in which substantial potential and uncertainty remain.
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Affiliation(s)
- Guoyou Huang
- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
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- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
- Department of Chemistry, School of Science,
Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic
of China
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- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
- Interdisciplinary Division of Biomedical
Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong,
People’s Republic of China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
| | - Yuhui Li
- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
| | - Tian Jian Lu
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
- MOE Key Laboratory for Multifunctional Materials
and Structures, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049,
People’s Republic of China
| | - Guy M. Genin
- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical Engineering &
Materials Science, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis 63130, MO,
USA
- NSF Science and Technology Center for
Engineering MechanoBiology, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis 63130,
MO, USA
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Biomedical Information
Engineering, School of Life Science and Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong
University, Xi’an 710049, People’s Republic of China
- Bioinspired Engineering and Biomechanics Center
(BEBC), Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, People’s
Republic of China
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