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Iyer RR, Applegate CC, Arogundade OH, Bangru S, Berg IC, Emon B, Porras-Gomez M, Hsieh PH, Jeong Y, Kim Y, Knox HJ, Moghaddam AO, Renteria CA, Richard C, Santaliz-Casiano A, Sengupta S, Wang J, Zambuto SG, Zeballos MA, Pool M, Bhargava R, Gaskins HR. Inspiring a convergent engineering approach to measure and model the tissue microenvironment. Heliyon 2024; 10:e32546. [PMID: 38975228 PMCID: PMC11226808 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e32546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024] Open
Abstract
Understanding the molecular and physical complexity of the tissue microenvironment (TiME) in the context of its spatiotemporal organization has remained an enduring challenge. Recent advances in engineering and data science are now promising the ability to study the structure, functions, and dynamics of the TiME in unprecedented detail; however, many advances still occur in silos that rarely integrate information to study the TiME in its full detail. This review provides an integrative overview of the engineering principles underlying chemical, optical, electrical, mechanical, and computational science to probe, sense, model, and fabricate the TiME. In individual sections, we first summarize the underlying principles, capabilities, and scope of emerging technologies, the breakthrough discoveries enabled by each technology and recent, promising innovations. We provide perspectives on the potential of these advances in answering critical questions about the TiME and its role in various disease and developmental processes. Finally, we present an integrative view that appreciates the major scientific and educational aspects in the study of the TiME.
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- Rishyashring R. Iyer
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Cancer Center at Illinois, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Chemistry, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Cancer Center at Illinois, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- NIH/NIBIB P41 Center for Label-free Imaging and Multiscale Biophotonics (CLIMB), University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Cancer Center at Illinois, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Animal Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Biomedical and Translational Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
- Department of Pathobiology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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Liu J, Du C, Chen H, Huang W, Lei Y. Nano-Micron Combined Hydrogel Microspheres: Novel Answer for Minimal Invasive Biomedical Applications. Macromol Rapid Commun 2024; 45:e2300670. [PMID: 38400695 DOI: 10.1002/marc.202300670] [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: 11/20/2023] [Revised: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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Hydrogels, key in biomedical research for their hydrophilicity and versatility, have evolved with hydrogel microspheres (HMs) of micron-scale dimensions, enhancing their role in minimally invasive therapeutic delivery, tissue repair, and regeneration. The recent emergence of nanomaterials has ushered in a revolutionary transformation in the biomedical field, which demonstrates tremendous potential in targeted therapies, biological imaging, and disease diagnostics. Consequently, the integration of advanced nanotechnology promises to trigger a new revolution in the realm of hydrogels. HMs loaded with nanomaterials combine the advantages of both hydrogels and nanomaterials, which enables multifaceted functionalities such as efficient drug delivery, sustained release, targeted therapy, biological lubrication, biochemical detection, medical imaging, biosensing monitoring, and micro-robotics. Here, this review comprehensively expounds upon commonly used nanomaterials and their classifications. Then, it provides comprehensive insights into the raw materials and preparation methods of HMs. Besides, the common strategies employed to achieve nano-micron combinations are summarized, and the latest applications of these advanced nano-micron combined HMs in the biomedical field are elucidated. Finally, valuable insights into the future design and development of nano-micron combined HMs are provided.
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- Jiacheng Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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Garg A, Alfatease A, Hani U, Haider N, Akbar MJ, Talath S, Angolkar M, Paramshetti S, Osmani RAM, Gundawar R. Drug eluting protein and polysaccharides-based biofunctionalized fabric textiles- pioneering a new frontier in tissue engineering: An extensive review. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 268:131605. [PMID: 38641284 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131605] [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: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 03/20/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/21/2024]
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In the ever-evolving landscape of tissue engineering, medicated biotextiles have emerged as a game-changer. These remarkable textiles have garnered significant attention for their ability to craft tissue scaffolds that closely mimic the properties of natural tissues. This comprehensive review delves into the realm of medicated protein and polysaccharide-based biotextiles, exploring a diverse array of fabric materials. We unravel the intricate web of fabrication methods, ranging from weft/warp knitting to plain/stain weaving and braiding, each lending its unique touch to the world of biotextiles creation. Fibre production techniques, such as melt spinning, wet/gel spinning, and multicomponent spinning, are demystified to shed light on the magic behind these ground-breaking textiles. The biotextiles thus crafted exhibit exceptional physical and chemical properties that hold immense promise in the field of tissue engineering (TE). Our review underscores the myriad applications of drug-eluting protein and polysaccharide-based textiles, including TE, tissue repair, regeneration, and wound healing. Additionally, we delve into commercially available products that harness the potential of medicated biotextiles, paving the way for a brighter future in healthcare and regenerative medicine. Step into the world of innovation with medicated biotextiles-where science meets the art of healing.
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- Ankitha Garg
- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSSAHER), Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Clinical Pharmacy, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam 34212, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, RAK College of Pharmacy, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras Al Khaimah 11172, United Arab Emirates.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSSAHER), Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSSAHER), Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSSAHER), Mysuru 570015, Karnataka, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India.
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Wang Q, Yan H, Yao L, Xie Y, Liu P, Xiao J. A highly bioactive THPC-crosslinked recombinant collagen hydrogel implant for aging skin rejuvenation. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 266:131276. [PMID: 38561117 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131276] [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: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Skin aging, a complex physiological progression marked by collagen degradation, poses substantial challenges in dermatology. Recombinant collagen emerges as a potential option for skin revitalization, yet its application is constrained by difficulties in forming hydrogels. We have for the first time developed a highly bioactive Tetrakis(hydroxymethyl) phosphonium chloride (THPC)-crosslinked recombinant collagen hydrogel implant for aging skin rejuvenation. THPC demonstrated superior crosslinking efficiency compared to traditional agents such as EDC/NHS and BDDE, achieving complete recombinant collagen crosslinking at minimal concentrations and effectively inducing hydrogel formation. THPC's four reactive hydroxymethyl groups facilitate robust crosslinking with triple helical recombinant collagen, producing hydrogels with enhanced mechanical strength, excellent injectability, increased stability, and greater durability. Moreover, the hydrogel exhibited remarkable biocompatibility and bioactivity, significantly promoting the proliferation, adhesion, and migration of human foreskin fibroblast-1. In photoaged mice skin models, the THPC-crosslinked collagen hydrogel implant notably improved dermal density, skin elasticity, and reduced transepidermal water loss, creating a conducive environment for fibroblast activity and healthy collagen regeneration. Additionally, it elevated superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity and displayed substantial anti-calcification properties. The THPC-crosslinked recombinant collagen hydrogel implant presents an innovative methodology in combating skin aging, offering significant promise in dermatology and tissue engineering.
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- Qi Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, PR China.; Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China.; Joint Research Center of Collagen of Lanzhou University-China National Biotec Group-Lanzhou Biotechnology Development Co., Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, PR China.; Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China.; Joint Research Center of Collagen of Lanzhou University-China National Biotec Group-Lanzhou Biotechnology Development Co., Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, PR China.; Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China.; Joint Research Center of Collagen of Lanzhou University-China National Biotec Group-Lanzhou Biotechnology Development Co., Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, PR China.; Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China.; Joint Research Center of Collagen of Lanzhou University-China National Biotec Group-Lanzhou Biotechnology Development Co., Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China
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- Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China.; Joint Research Center of Collagen of Lanzhou University-China National Biotec Group-Lanzhou Biotechnology Development Co., Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China..
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, PR China.; Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China.; Joint Research Center of Collagen of Lanzhou University-China National Biotec Group-Lanzhou Biotechnology Development Co., Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, PR China..
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Huo D, Liu S, Zhang L, Yang H, Sun L. Importance of the ECM-receptor interaction for adaptive response to hypoxia based on integrated transcription and translation analysis. Mol Ecol 2024:e17352. [PMID: 38624130 DOI: 10.1111/mec.17352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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Low dissolved oxygen (LO) conditions represent a major environmental challenge to marine life, especially benthic animals. For these organisms, drastic declines in oxygen availability (hypoxic events) can trigger mass mortality events and thus, act as agents of selection influencing the evolution of adaptations. In sea cucumbers, one of the most successful groups of benthic invertebrates, the exposure to hypoxic conditions triggers adaptive adjustments in metabolic rates and behaviour. It is unclear, however, how these adaptive responses are regulated and the genetic mechanisms underpinning them. Here, we addressed this knowledge gap by assessing the genetic regulation (transcription and translation) of hypoxia exposure in the sea cucumber Apostichopus japonicus. Transcriptional and translational gene expression profiles under short- and long-term exposure to low oxygen conditions are tightly associated with extracellular matrix (ECM)-receptor interaction in which laminin and collagen likely have important functions. Finding revealed that genes with a high translational efficiency (TE) had a relatively short upstream open reading frame (uORF) and a high uORF normalized minimal free energy, suggesting that sea cucumbers may respond to hypoxic stress via altered TE. These results provide valuable insights into the regulatory mechanisms that confer adaptive capacity to holothurians to survive oxygen deficiency conditions and may also be used to inform the development of strategies for mitigating the harmful effects of hypoxia on other marine invertebrates facing similar challenges.
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- Da Huo
- CAS Key Laboratory of Marine Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, China
- Laboratory for Marine Ecology and Environmental Science, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Shandong Province Key Laboratory of Experimental Marine Biology, Qingdao, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Marine Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, China
- Laboratory for Marine Ecology and Environmental Science, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Shandong Province Key Laboratory of Experimental Marine Biology, Qingdao, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Marine Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, China
- Laboratory for Marine Ecology and Environmental Science, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Shandong Province Key Laboratory of Experimental Marine Biology, Qingdao, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Marine Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, China
- Laboratory for Marine Ecology and Environmental Science, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Shandong Province Key Laboratory of Experimental Marine Biology, Qingdao, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Marine Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, China
- Laboratory for Marine Ecology and Environmental Science, Qingdao Marine Science and Technology Center, Qingdao, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
- Shandong Province Key Laboratory of Experimental Marine Biology, Qingdao, China
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Yao L, Ling B, Huang W, Shi S, Xiao J. Versatile Triblock Peptide Self-Assembly System to Mimic Collagen Structure and Function. Biomacromolecules 2024; 25:2520-2530. [PMID: 38525550 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.4c00033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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The construction of collagen mimetic peptides has been a hot topic in tissue engineering due to their attractive advantages, such as virus-free nature and low immunogenicity. However, all of the reported self-assembled peptides rely on the inclusion of risky elements of potential safety concerns or lack the capability of incorporating critical functional motifs. A versatile self-assembly design of pure synthetic peptides that can mimic the collagen structure and function remains an insurmountably challenging target. We have herein created a type of triblock peptide consisting of a central triple helical block and N-terminal/C-terminal blocks with oppositely charged amino acids. Favorable electrostatic interactions between the two terminal blocks have been demonstrated to trigger the triblock peptides to form collagen-like nanofibers with a distinct D-banding pattern. A length of 3 or above charged amino acid pairs as well as the maintenance of the triple helical conformation are required for the self-assembly of triblock peptides. Notably, integrin and discoidin domain receptor (DDR) binding sequences GFOGER and GVMGFO have been well demonstrated as vivid examples of convenient incorporation of functional motifs into the triblock peptides without interfering with their self-assembly. These triblock peptides provide a robust and versatile strategy to create next-generation peptide-based biomaterials that can recapitulate the structure and function of collagen, which have promising applications in the fields of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
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- Linyan Yao
- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- School of Life Science, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- Gansu Engineering Research Center of Medical Collagen, Lanzhou 730000, China
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Salehi Abar E, Vandghanooni S, Torab A, Jaymand M, Eskandani M. A comprehensive review on nanocomposite biomaterials based on gelatin for bone tissue engineering. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 254:127556. [PMID: 37884249 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127556] [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: 07/22/2023] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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The creation of a suitable scaffold is a crucial step in the process of bone tissue engineering (BTE). The scaffold, acting as an artificial extracellular matrix, plays a significant role in determining the fate of cells by affecting their proliferation and differentiation in BTE. Therefore, careful consideration should be given to the fabrication approach and materials used for scaffold preparation. Natural polypeptides such as gelatin and collagen have been widely used for this purpose. The unique properties of nanoparticles, which vary depending on their size, charge, and physicochemical properties, have demonstrated potential in solving various challenges encountered in BTE. Therefore, nanocomposite biomaterials consisting of polymers and nanoparticles have been extensively used for BTE. Gelatin has also been utilized in combination with other nanomaterials to apply for this purpose. Composites of gelatin with various types of nanoparticles are particularly promising for creating scaffolds with superior biological and physicochemical properties. This review explores the use of nanocomposite biomaterials based on gelatin and various types of nanoparticles together for applications in bone tissue engineering.
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- Elaheh Salehi Abar
- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran; Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Biomedicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Hematology and Oncology Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Nano Drug Delivery Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran; Student Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Biomedicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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Bektas C, Mao Y. Hydrogel Microparticles for Bone Regeneration. Gels 2023; 10:28. [PMID: 38247752 PMCID: PMC10815488 DOI: 10.3390/gels10010028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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Hydrogel microparticles (HMPs) stand out as promising entities in the realm of bone tissue regeneration, primarily due to their versatile capabilities in delivering cells and bioactive molecules/drugs. Their significance is underscored by distinct attributes such as injectability, biodegradability, high porosity, and mechanical tunability. These characteristics play a pivotal role in fostering vasculature formation, facilitating mineral deposition, and contributing to the overall regeneration of bone tissue. Fabricated through diverse techniques (batch emulsion, microfluidics, lithography, and electrohydrodynamic spraying), HMPs exhibit multifunctionality, serving as vehicles for drug and cell delivery, providing structural scaffolding, and functioning as bioinks for advanced 3D-printing applications. Distinguishing themselves from other scaffolds like bulk hydrogels, cryogels, foams, meshes, and fibers, HMPs provide a higher surface-area-to-volume ratio, promoting improved interactions with the surrounding tissues and facilitating the efficient delivery of cells and bioactive molecules. Notably, their minimally invasive injectability and modular properties, offering various designs and configurations, contribute to their attractiveness for biomedical applications. This comprehensive review aims to delve into the progressive advancements in HMPs, specifically for bone regeneration. The exploration encompasses synthesis and functionalization techniques, providing an understanding of their diverse applications, as documented in the existing literature. The overarching goal is to shed light on the advantages and potential of HMPs within the field of engineering bone tissue.
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- Laboratory for Biomaterials Research, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Rutgers University, 145 Bevier Rd., Piscataway, NJ 08854, USA;
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Liu J, Du C, Huang W, Lei Y. Injectable smart stimuli-responsive hydrogels: pioneering advancements in biomedical applications. Biomater Sci 2023; 12:8-56. [PMID: 37969066 DOI: 10.1039/d3bm01352a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
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Hydrogels have established their significance as prominent biomaterials within the realm of biomedical research. However, injectable hydrogels have garnered greater attention compared with their conventional counterparts due to their excellent minimally invasive nature and adaptive behavior post-injection. With the rapid advancement of emerging chemistry and deepened understanding of biological processes, contemporary injectable hydrogels have been endowed with an "intelligent" capacity to respond to various endogenous/exogenous stimuli (such as temperature, pH, light and magnetic field). This innovation has spearheaded revolutionary transformations across fields such as tissue engineering repair, controlled drug delivery, disease-responsive therapies, and beyond. In this review, we comprehensively expound upon the raw materials (including natural and synthetic materials) and injectable principles of these advanced hydrogels, concurrently providing a detailed discussion of the prevalent strategies for conferring stimulus responsiveness. Finally, we elucidate the latest applications of these injectable "smart" stimuli-responsive hydrogels in the biomedical domain, offering insights into their prospects.
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- Jiacheng Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Laboratory of Chongqing Medical University, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China.
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Liang M, Dong L, Guo Z, Liu L, Fan Z, Wei C, Mi S, Sun W. Collagen-Hyaluronic Acid Composite Hydrogels with Applications for Chronic Diabetic Wound Repair. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2023; 9:5376-5388. [PMID: 37596956 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c00695] [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: 08/21/2023]
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Chronic diabetic wounds have become a major healthcare challenge worldwide. Improper treatment may lead to serious complications. Current treatment methods including biological and physical methods and skin grafting have limitations and disadvantages, such as poor efficacy, inconvenience of use, and high cost. Therefore, developing a more effective and feasible treatment is of great significance for the repair of chronic diabetic wounds. Hydrogels can be designed to serve multiple functions to promote the repair of chronic diabetic wounds. Furthermore, 3D bioprinting enables hydrogel customization to fit chronic diabetic wounds, thus facilitating the healing process. This paper reports a study of 3D printing of a collagen-hyaluronic acid composite hydrogels with application for chronic diabetic wound repair. In situ printed hydrogels were developed by a macromolecular crosslinking network using methacrylated recombinant human collagen (RHCMA) and methacrylated hyaluronic acid (HAMA), both of which can respond to ultraviolet (UV) irradiation. The hydrogels were also loaded with silver nanoclusters (AgNCs) with ultra-small-size nanoparticles, which have the advantages of deep penetration ability and broad-spectrum high-efficiency antibacterial properties. The results of this study show that the developed RHCMA, HAMA, and AgNCs (RHAg) composite hydrogels present good UV responsiveness, porosity, mechanical properties, printability, and biocompatibility, all of which are beneficial to wound healing. The results of this study further show that the developed RHAg hydrogels not only effectively inhibited Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa but also promoted the proliferation and migration of fibroblasts in vitro and tissue regeneration and collagen deposition in vivo, thus producing a desirable wound repair effect and can be used as an effective functional biomaterial to promote chronic diabetic wound repair.
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- Mujiao Liang
- Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- School of Mechanics and Safety Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- Pathology Department, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen 518020, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
- Jinan University, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Shenzhen 518040, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Biomanufacturing Center, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States
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Lee KZ, Jeon J, Jiang B, Subramani SV, Li J, Zhang F. Protein-Based Hydrogels and Their Biomedical Applications. Molecules 2023; 28:4988. [PMID: 37446650 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28134988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Hydrogels made from proteins are attractive materials for diverse medical applications, as they are biocompatible, biodegradable, and amenable to chemical and biological modifications. Recent advances in protein engineering, synthetic biology, and material science have enabled the fine-tuning of protein sequences, hydrogel structures, and hydrogel mechanical properties, allowing for a broad range of biomedical applications using protein hydrogels. This article reviews recent progresses on protein hydrogels with special focus on those made of microbially produced proteins. We discuss different hydrogel formation strategies and their associated hydrogel properties. We also review various biomedical applications, categorized by the origin of protein sequences. Lastly, current challenges and future opportunities in engineering protein-based hydrogels are discussed. We hope this review will inspire new ideas in material innovation, leading to advanced protein hydrogels with desirable properties for a wide range of biomedical applications.
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- Kok Zhi Lee
- Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
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- Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
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- Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
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- Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
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- Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
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- Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
- Institute of Materials Science and Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
- Division of Biological & Biomedical Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MI 63130, USA
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Zhou N, Liu YD, Zhang Y, Gu TW, Peng LH. Pharmacological Functions, Synthesis, and Delivery Progress for Collagen as Biodrug and Biomaterial. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15051443. [PMID: 37242685 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15051443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Collagen has been widely applied as a functional biomaterial in regulating tissue regeneration and drug delivery by participating in cell proliferation, differentiation, migration, intercellular signal transmission, tissue formation, and blood coagulation. However, traditional extraction of collagen from animals potentially induces immunogenicity and requires complicated material treatment and purification steps. Although semi-synthesis strategies such as utilizing recombinant E. coli or yeast expression systems have been explored as alternative methods, the influence of unwanted by-products, foreign substances, and immature synthetic processes have limited its industrial production and clinical applications. Meanwhile, macromolecule collagen products encounter a bottleneck in delivery and absorption by conventional oral and injection vehicles, which promotes the studies of transdermal and topical delivery strategies and implant methods. This review illustrates the physiological and therapeutic effects, synthesis strategies, and delivery technologies of collagen to provide a reference and outlook for the research and development of collagen as a biodrug and biomaterial.
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- Nan Zhou
- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau 999078, China
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Vedakumari SW, Jancy SJV, Prabakaran L, Raja Pravin Y, Senthil R. A review on background, process and application of electrospun nanofibers for tissue regeneration. Proc Inst Mech Eng H 2023:9544119231164713. [PMID: 37060196 DOI: 10.1177/09544119231164713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/16/2023]
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Electrospinning is a versatile method which is used to synthesize nano/micro sized fibers under the influence of electric field. Electrospun nanoscaffolds are one of the widely accepted platforms for cultivating soft and hard tissues as they create a prefect micro-environment for cell adhesion, proliferation and differentiation. Nanoscaffolds are widely used in the field of tissue engineering due to their versatility in aiding the growth of different types of cells and tissues for varied applications. The composition, molecular weight and structure of polymer used to fabricate nanoscaffold plays an important role in determining the size and strength of the nanofibers prepared. This review gives information about the background, process and different types of polymers used in electrospinning. Recent advances in culturing liver cells, osteoblasts, skin cells, neural cells and coronary artery smooth muscle cells on nanoscaffolds are also elucidated.
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- Sathyaraj Weslen Vedakumari
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Computer and Communication Engineering, Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Physics (Science and Humanities), Agni College of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Leather Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ege University, Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
- School of Bio & Chemical Engineering, Sathyabama University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Department of Pharmacology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, SIMATS, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Rodrigues CV, Sousa RO, Carvalho AC, Alves AL, Marques CF, Cerqueira MT, Reis RL, Silva TH. Potential of Atlantic Codfish ( Gadus morhua) Skin Collagen for Skincare Biomaterials. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28083394. [PMID: 37110628 PMCID: PMC10146550 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28083394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Collagen is the major structural protein in extracellular matrix present in connective tissues, including skin, being considered a promising material for skin regeneration. Marine organisms have been attracting interest amongst the industry as an alternative collagen source. In the present work, Atlantic codfish skin collagen was analyzed, to evaluate its potential for skincare. The collagen was extracted from two different skin batches (food industry by-product) using acetic acid (ASColl), confirming the method reproducibility since no significant yield differences were observed. The extracts characterization confirmed a profile compatible with type I collagen, without significant differences between batches or with bovine skin collagen (a reference material in biomedicine). Thermal analyses suggested ASColl's native structure loss at 25 °C, and an inferior thermal stability to bovine skin collagen. No cytotoxicity was found for ASColl up to 10 mg/mL in keratinocytes (HaCaT cells). ASColl was used to develop membranes, which revealed smooth surfaces without significative morphological or biodegradability differences between batches. Their water absorption capacity and water contact angle indicated a hydrophilic feature. The metabolic activity and proliferation of HaCaT were improved by the membranes. Hence, ASColl membranes exhibited attractive characteristics to be applied in the biomedical and cosmeceutical field envisaging skincare.
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- Cristina V Rodrigues
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs-Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark-Parque de Ciencia e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, 4806-909 Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
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Tian KK, Qian ZG, Xia XX. Synthetic biology-guided design and biosynthesis of protein polymers for delivery. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2023; 194:114728. [PMID: 36791475 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2023.114728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2022] [Revised: 12/28/2022] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2023]
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Vehicles derived from genetically engineered protein polymers have gained momentum in the field of biomedical engineering due to their unique designability, remarkable biocompatibility and excellent biodegradability. However, the design and production of these protein polymers with on-demand sequences and supramolecular architectures remain underexplored, particularly from a synthetic biology perspective. In this review, we summarize the state-of-the art strategies for constructing the highly repetitive genes encoding the protein polymers, and highlight the advanced approaches for metabolically engineering expression hosts towards high-level biosynthesis of the target protein polymers. Finally, we showcase the typical protein polymers utilized to fabricate delivery vehicles.
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- Kai-Kai Tian
- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, Joint International Research Laboratory of Metabolic & Developmental Sciences, and School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, Joint International Research Laboratory of Metabolic & Developmental Sciences, and School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, Joint International Research Laboratory of Metabolic & Developmental Sciences, and School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China.
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Kumar Sahi A, Gundu S, Kumari P, Klepka T, Sionkowska A. Silk-Based Biomaterials for Designing Bioinspired Microarchitecture for Various Biomedical Applications. Biomimetics (Basel) 2023; 8:biomimetics8010055. [PMID: 36810386 PMCID: PMC9944155 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics8010055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Revised: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Biomaterial research has led to revolutionary healthcare advances. Natural biological macromolecules can impact high-performance, multipurpose materials. This has prompted the quest for affordable healthcare solutions, with a focus on renewable biomaterials with a wide variety of applications and ecologically friendly techniques. Imitating their chemical compositions and hierarchical structures, bioinspired based materials have elevated rapidly over the past few decades. Bio-inspired strategies entail extracting fundamental components and reassembling them into programmable biomaterials. This method may improve its processability and modifiability, allowing it to meet the biological application criteria. Silk is a desirable biosourced raw material due to its high mechanical properties, flexibility, bioactive component sequestration, controlled biodegradability, remarkable biocompatibility, and inexpensiveness. Silk regulates temporo-spatial, biochemical and biophysical reactions. Extracellular biophysical factors regulate cellular destiny dynamically. This review examines the bioinspired structural and functional properties of silk material based scaffolds. We explored silk types, chemical composition, architecture, mechanical properties, topography, and 3D geometry to unlock the body's innate regenerative potential, keeping in mind the novel biophysical properties of silk in film, fiber, and other potential forms, coupled with facile chemical changes, and its ability to match functional requirements for specific tissues.
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- Ajay Kumar Sahi
- Faculty of Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Jurija Gagarina 11, 87-100 Toruń, Poland
- Correspondence: (A.K.S.); (A.S.)
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- Indian Institute of Technology, School of Biomedical Engineering, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Indian Institute of Technology, School of Biomedical Engineering, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Technology and Polymer Processing, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, 36, Nadbystrzycka Str, 20-618 Lublin, Poland
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Jurija Gagarina 11, 87-100 Toruń, Poland
- Calisia University, Nowy Świat 4, 62-800 Kalisz, Poland
- Correspondence: (A.K.S.); (A.S.)
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Zhao H, Liu C, Liu Y, Ding Q, Wang T, Li H, Wu H, Ma T. Harnessing electromagnetic fields to assist bone tissue engineering. Stem Cell Res Ther 2023; 14:7. [PMID: 36631880 PMCID: PMC9835389 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-022-03217-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2022] [Accepted: 12/08/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Bone tissue engineering (BTE) emerged as one of the exceptional means for bone defects owing to it providing mechanical supports to guide bone tissue regeneration. Great advances have been made to facilitate the success of BTE in regenerating bone within defects. The use of externally applied fields has been regarded as an alternative strategy for BTE. Electromagnetic fields (EMFs), known as a simple and non-invasive therapy, can remotely provide electric and magnetic stimulation to cells and biomaterials, thus applying EMFs to assist BTE would be a promising strategy for bone regeneration. When combined with BTE, EMFs improve cell adhesion to the material surface by promoting protein adsorption. Additionally, EMFs have positive effects on mesenchymal stem cells and show capabilities of pro-angiogenesis and macrophage polarization manipulation. These advantages of EMFs indicate that it is perfectly suitable for representing the adjuvant treatment of BTE. We also summarize studies concerning combinations of EMFs and diverse biomaterial types. The strategy of combining EMFs and BTE receives encouraging outcomes and holds a promising future for effectively treating bone defects.
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- Hongqi Zhao
- grid.33199.310000 0004 0368 7223Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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- grid.33199.310000 0004 0368 7223Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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- grid.33199.310000 0004 0368 7223Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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- grid.33199.310000 0004 0368 7223Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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- grid.33199.310000 0004 0368 7223Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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- grid.33199.310000 0004 0368 7223Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030 Hubei China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
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Mimansa, Jamwal M, Das R, Shanavas A. High Drug Loading Nanoparticles Stabilized with Autologous Serum Proteins Passively Inhibits Tumor Growth. Biomacromolecules 2022; 23:5065-5073. [PMID: 36218374 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.2c00907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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We report drug nanocrystals stabilized with host-specific serum proteins with high loading (∼63% w/w). The human serum derived curcumin nanoparticles (Cur-NanoSera) showed superior in vitro anticancer efficiency compared to a free drug with substantial hemocompatibility. The preadsorbed protein coating impeded further protein corona formation, even with repeated serum exposures. Acute and subacute toxicity evaluations post single and dual injections of C57BL/6 mice indicated that Cur-NanoSera showed no prominent inflammatory response or organ damage in the in-bred mice. Passive accumulation of Cur-NanoSera in tumor tissue significantly suppressed its growth in a syngeneic breast tumor model in addition to controlling tumor burden associated splenomegaly.
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- Mimansa
- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector 81, Mohali, 140306, India
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- Department of Haematology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Madhya Marg, Sector 12, Chandigarh, 160012, India
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- Department of Haematology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Madhya Marg, Sector 12, Chandigarh, 160012, India
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector 81, Mohali, 140306, India
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Gajbhiye S, Wairkar S. Collagen fabricated delivery systems for wound healing: A new roadmap. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2022; 142:213152. [PMID: 36270159 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2022.213152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Revised: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 10/08/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Collagen is a biopolymer found in the animal body. It is one of the most abundant proteins in the extracellular matrix that provides strength to the skin, joints, and bones in the human body. It is an important source of elasticity and strength in the extracellular matrix and contributes to the structural and physiological integrity of tissues. Collagen plays an important role in regulating the wound healing process. It helps in wound healing by attracting fibroblasts and encouraging new collagen formation in the wound bed. Therefore, it can be used as a supplementary aid for wound treatment to accelerate the healing process. A prominent benefit of incorporating collagen in wound dressings is its ability to enhance the healing process for critical wounds. Not only collagen but various collagen-containing systems are being prepared to boost its efficacy in wound healing. Different strategies like nanoscale reductions, biopolymers, and incorporating anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial drugs with collagen have been reported. This review article emphasizes the use of collagen for wound healing and various collagen fabricated delivery systems such as nanofibres, nanoparticles, hydrogels, films, and sponges that aid in the healing of wounds.
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- Shruti Gajbhiye
- Shobhaben Pratapbhai Patel School of Pharmacy & Technology Management, SVKMs NMIMS, V.L. Mehta Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400056, India
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- Shobhaben Pratapbhai Patel School of Pharmacy & Technology Management, SVKMs NMIMS, V.L. Mehta Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400056, India.
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Meganathan I, Pachaiyappan M, Aarthy M, Radhakrishnan J, Mukherjee S, Shanmugam G, You J, Ayyadurai N. Recombinant and genetic code expanded collagen-like protein as a tailorable biomaterial. MATERIALS HORIZONS 2022; 9:2698-2721. [PMID: 36189465 DOI: 10.1039/d2mh00652a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Collagen occurs in nature with a dedicated triple helix structure and is the most preferred biomaterial in commercialized medical products. However, concerns on purity, disease transmission, and the reproducibility of animal derived collagen restrict its applications and warrants alternate recombinant sources. The expression of recombinant collagen in different prokaryotic and eukaryotic hosts has been reported with varying degrees of success, however, it is vital to elucidate the structural and biological characteristics of natural collagen. The recombinant production of biologically functional collagen is restricted by its high molecular weight and post-translational modification (PTM), especially the hydroxylation of proline to hydroxyproline. Hydroxyproline plays a key role in the structural stability and higher order self-assembly to form fibrillar matrices. Advancements in synthetic biology and recombinant technology are being explored for improving the yield and biomimicry of recombinant collagen. It emerges as reliable, sustainable source of collagen, promises tailorable properties and thereby custom-made protein biomaterials. Remarkably, the evolutionary existence of collagen-like proteins (CLPs) has been identified in single-cell organisms. Interestingly, CLPs exhibit remarkable ability to form stable triple helical structures similar to animal collagen and have gained increasing attention. Strategies to expand the genetic code of CLPs through the incorporation of unnatural amino acids promise the synthesis of highly tunable next-generation triple helical proteins required for the fabrication of smart biomaterials. The review outlines the importance of collagen, sources and diversification, and animal and recombinant collagen-based biomaterials and highlights the limitations of the existing collagen sources. The emphasis on genetic code expanded tailorable CLPs as the most sought alternate for the production of functional collagen and its advantages as translatable biomaterials has been highlighted.
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- Ilamaran Meganathan
- Division of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India.
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- Division of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India.
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- Division of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India.
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- Division of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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- Division of Organic and Bio-organic Chemistry, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India
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- Division of Organic and Bio-organic Chemistry, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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- Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Australia
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- Division of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - CLRI, Chennai, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, India
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Li X, Zhang X, Hao M, Wang D, Jiang Z, Sun L, Gao Y, Jin Y, Lei P, Zhuo Y. The application of collagen in the repair of peripheral nerve defect. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:973301. [PMID: 36213073 PMCID: PMC9542778 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.973301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Collagen is a natural polymer expressed in the extracellular matrix of the peripheral nervous system. It has become increasingly crucial in peripheral nerve reconstruction as it was involved in regulating Schwann cell behaviors, maintaining peripheral nerve functions during peripheral nerve development, and being strongly upregulated after nerve injury to promote peripheral nerve regeneration. Moreover, its biological properties, such as low immunogenicity, excellent biocompatibility, and biodegradability make it a suitable biomaterial for peripheral nerve repair. Collagen provides a suitable microenvironment to support Schwann cells’ growth, proliferation, and migration, thereby improving the regeneration and functional recovery of peripheral nerves. This review aims to summarize the characteristics of collagen as a biomaterial, analyze its role in peripheral nerve regeneration, and provide a detailed overview of the recent advances concerning the optimization of collagen nerve conduits in terms of physical properties and structure, as well as the application of the combination with the bioactive component in peripheral nerve regeneration.
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- Xiaolan Li
- Department of Neurology and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurology and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxi Bustion and Tuina, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Laboratory Animal Center, College of Animal Science, Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Hand and Foot Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Colorectal and Anal Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurology and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- *Correspondence: Peng Lei, ; Yue Zhuo,
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- School of Acupuncture-Moxi Bustion and Tuina, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, China
- *Correspondence: Peng Lei, ; Yue Zhuo,
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Spaniol K, Borrelli M, Menzel-Severing J, Geerling G. [Conjunctival reconstruction-State of the art of regenerative treatment forms beyond the limbus]. DIE OPHTHALMOLOGIE 2022; 119:902-909. [PMID: 35925338 DOI: 10.1007/s00347-022-01673-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/25/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND The demands on conjunctival replacement tissues are high: they need to be elastic, clinically compatible, surgically feasible and support goblet cell growth. OBJECTIVE This article provides an overview of currently applied conjunctival replacement tissues and those under investigation. METHOD Current publications on clinically applied conjunctival replacement tissues and substrates which are the subject of scientific research and those already tested in animal models are presented and discussed. RESULTS Replacement tissues in clinical use are autologous and allogenic conjunctiva, nasal and oral mucous membranes, amniotic membrane and decellularized tissues. Autologous conjunctiva shows good results but is not suitable for large defects due to limited availability. In these cases autologous nasal and oral mucous membranes can be used; however, success is limited in cases of autoimmune diseases. Amniotic membranes are frequently applied clinically but goblet cell growth is limited. Different decellularized tissues are used clinically and goblet cell growth was found in vivo. Robust comparative studies are not yet available. Biological matrices such as fibrin, collagen, elastin, gelatin or hyaluronate and synthetic tissues from the group of polyesters are being investigated in the laboratory and in animal models. These studies show good epithelialization and goblet cell growth in vivo. CONCLUSION Transplantation of conjunctiva, nasal and oral mucous membranes and amniotic membranes show satisfactory clinical results but exhibit individual weaknesses. Further studies in animal models and clinical settings are required to further evaluate the benefits of other matrices, such as cell-free tissues or other biological and synthetic matrices.
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- Kristina Spaniol
- Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf, Heinrich-Heine Universität, Moorenstr. 5, 40225, Düsseldorf, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf, Heinrich-Heine Universität, Moorenstr. 5, 40225, Düsseldorf, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf, Heinrich-Heine Universität, Moorenstr. 5, 40225, Düsseldorf, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf, Heinrich-Heine Universität, Moorenstr. 5, 40225, Düsseldorf, Deutschland
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Tan SH, Chua DAC, Tang JRJ, Bonnard C, Leavesley D, Liang K. Design of Hydrogel-based Scaffolds for in vitro Three-dimensional Human Skin Model Reconstruction. Acta Biomater 2022; 153:13-37. [DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2022.09.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2022] [Revised: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Shu H, Xia Z, Qin X, Wang X, Lu W, Luo Q, Zhang Z, Xiong X. The clinical efficacy of collagen dressing on chronic wounds: A meta-analysis of 11 randomized controlled trials. Front Surg 2022; 9:978407. [PMID: 36117827 PMCID: PMC9473315 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.978407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Objective This study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy of collagen dressing for patients with chronic wounds. Materials and methods Relevant randomized controlled trials were searched from the databases such as PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane library as of January 2022. For dichotomous outcomes and continuous outcomes, risk ratio and mean difference were calculated, respectively. Subgroup analysis was performed according to the type of chronic ulcer and follow-up. In addition, trial sequential analysis (TSA) was performed to further verify the results. Jadad score was used to assess the quality of trials. The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) was utilized to assess the level of evidence for outcomes. Results In 11 studies, a total of 961 patients of whom 485 were in the collagen group. Compared with standard of care (SOC) alone, the group that added an extra collagen dressing achieved a higher wound healing rate (Risk Ratio = 1.53; 95% CI, 1.33–1.77). The collagen group also showed a higher healing velocity than the SOC group (Mean Difference, 2.69; 95% CI, 0.87–4.51). In addition, the adverse events related to dressing between the two groups were similar (Risk Ratio = 0.67; 95% CI, 0.44–1.01). Conclusion Collagen dressing increases the wound healing rate and may be an effective and safe treatment for chronic wound management. However, more extensive research shall be conducted to substantiate these results. Systematic review registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/display_record.php?RecordID=245728, identifier: CRD42021245728.
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- Hongxin Shu
- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Hospital of Nanchang, Nanchang, China
- Second Clinical Medical College, Nanchang University Medical School, Nanchang, China
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- Second Clinical Medical College, Nanchang University Medical School, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Hospital of Nanchang, Nanchang, China
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- Second Clinical Medical College, Nanchang University Medical School, Nanchang, China
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- Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Hospital of Nanchang, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Hospital of Nanchang, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Hospital of Nanchang, Nanchang, China
- Correspondence: Xiaowei Xiong
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Wang Z, Yang Y, Gao Y, Xu Z, Yang S, Jin M. Establishing a novel 3D printing bioinks system with recombinant human collagen. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 211:400-409. [PMID: 35577188 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.05.088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2022] [Revised: 05/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Bioinks are one of the key elements in realizing three-dimensional (3D) bioprinting. However, bioinks prepared from conventional collagen are hindered to their further applications due to concerns of collagen purity, unstable mechanical properties, and low solubility under neutralized conditions. This study aimed to develop a reliable UV-curable bioink system from a novel water-soluble recombinant human collagen (RHC). RHC was modified by methacrylic anhydride (MAA) and later crosslinked by 1-ethyl-3-(3-dimethylaminopropyl) carbodiimide hydrochloride (EDC)/N-hydroxysuccinimide (NHS) to obtain Pro-RHCMA. 1H nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR) confirmed the methacryloyl grafts, Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) illustrated the chemical crosslinking in producing the Pro-RHCMA. Internal morphology, mechanical properties and degradation of UV cured boinks were MAA and EDC/NHS modification-dependent. Photorheological properties and printability of the bioinks were determined. Cellular bioactivities were sustained within the printed bioinks, validating the bioinks biocompatibility in vitro. Finally, qRT-PCR revealed that the Pro-RHCMA bioinks provided a cell-friendly microenvironment for human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) and human foreskin fibroblasts (HFFs), by supporting the expression of extracellular matrix (ECM) and angiogenesis-associated proteins, respectively. Taken together, this novel RHC-based bioink system shows great potential in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
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- Zixun Wang
- School of Environmental and Biological Engineering, Nanjing University of Science & Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Environmental and Biological Engineering, Nanjing University of Science & Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China; Biomanufacturing Center, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, PR China.
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- Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, PR China
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- School of Environmental and Biological Engineering, Nanjing University of Science & Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Environmental and Biological Engineering, Nanjing University of Science & Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Environmental and Biological Engineering, Nanjing University of Science & Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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Ekambaram R, Saravanan S, Dharmalingam S. Strategically designed SPEEK nanofibrous scaffold with tailored delivery of resveratrolfor skin wound regeneration. Biomed Phys Eng Express 2022; 8. [PMID: 35772389 DOI: 10.1088/2057-1976/ac7d76] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Electro-spinnable polymeric materials can easily form two-dimensional (2D) nanofibrous scaffolds improving biochemical functionalities specially in the area of skin wound healing and nanomedicine, but it has been hard to achieve this on a highly mechanically stable biopolymer, Poly ether ether ketone (PEEK), due to its intrinsic hydrophobicity and chemical inertness. Herein, we demonstrated a novel nanomedicine healing system consisting of sulphonated poly ether ether ketone combined withresveratrol(SPEEK+RSV), which could act as an effective 2D nano bio-materialin vitroandin vivo, without observable cytotoxicity. The fabricated nanocomposites exhibited enriched skin cell proliferation and adhesion as confirmed from the results of MTT, cell adhesion and live-dead assay. Results of SEM analysis showed a uniform nano-sized distribution with adequate pore size and porosity % facilitating a desired breathable environment at the wound site. The results of FT-IR, tensile studies and TGA analyses confirmed the presence of appropriate bonds and improved mechanical stability of theRSVincorporated nanofibrous scaffold. Results of anti-microbial analysis portrayed good potentiality of the fabricated nanofibers in treating wounds colonized with bacterial infections. Controlled drug release of resveratrol established the bio-compatibility of the nanofibers in skin wound regeneration.In vivoanalysis assessed in female Wistar rats enabled complete wound closure with 100 % wound contraction within 16 days. Results of histopathology analysis through H-E and MT staining presented the re-surfing of the wound environment with regeneration of epithelium, granulation tissue and collagen. Thus, the fabricated 2D nanofibrous scaffold incorporated with pharmaceutical RSV bio-medicine perceptively mimicked skin ECM convincingly aiding the progression of skin wound regeneration mechanism.
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- Rajalakshmi Ekambaram
- Mechanical Engineering, Anna University Chennai, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering Campus, CEG, Anna University, Chennai-25, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600025, INDIA
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- Mechanical Engineering, Anna University Chennai, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering Campus, CEG, Anna University, Chennai-25, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600025, INDIA
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- Mechanical Engineering, Anna University Chennai, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering Campus, CEG, Anna University, Chennai-25, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600025, INDIA
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Fayon A, Helle D, Francius G, Vincourt JB, Regnault V, Dumas D, Menu P, El Omar R. Characterization of an Innovative Biomaterial Derived From Human Wharton’s Jelly as a New Promising Coating for Tissue Engineering Applications. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:884069. [PMID: 35769101 PMCID: PMC9234273 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.884069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The extracellular matrix (ECM) offers the opportunity to create a biomaterial consisting of a microenvironment with interesting biological and biophysical properties for improving and regulating cell functions. Animal-derived ECM are the most widely used as an alternative to human tissues that are of very limited availability. However, incomplete decellularization of these tissues presents a high risk of immune rejection and disease transmission. In this study, we present an innovative method to extract human ECM derived from the Wharton’s jelly (WJ-ECMaa) of umbilical cords as a novel biomaterial to be used in tissue engineering. WJ-ECMaa was very efficiently decellularized, suggesting its possible use in allogeneic conditions. Characterization of its content allowed the identification of type I collagen as its main component. Various other matrix proteins, playing an important role in cell adhesion and proliferation, were also detected. WJ-ECMaa applied as a surface coating was analyzed by fluorescent labeling and atomic force microscopy. The results revealed a particular arrangement of collagen fibers not previously described in the literature. This biomaterial also presented better cytocompatibility compared to the conventional collagen coating. Moreover, it showed adequate hemocompatibility, allowing its use as a surface with direct contact with blood. Application of WJ-ECMaa as a coating of the luminal surface of umbilical arteries for a use in vascular tissue engineering, has improved significantly the cellularization of this surface by allowing a full and homogeneous cell coverage. Taking these results together, our novel extraction method of human ECM offers a very promising biomaterial with many potential applications in tissue engineering such as the one presented direct in vascular tissue engineering. Further characterization of the composition and functionality will help explore the ways it can be used in tissue engineering applications, especially as a scaffold or a surface coating.
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- Adrien Fayon
- Université de Lorraine, CNRS, IMoPA, Nancy, France
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- CNRS, Laboratoire de Chimie Physique et Microbiologie pour les Matériaux et l’Environnement, Université de Lorraine, Nancy, France
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- Université de Lorraine, CNRS, IMoPA, Nancy, France
- Université de Lorraine, CNRS, INSERM, IBSLor (UMS2008/US40), Nancy, France
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- Université de Lorraine, CNRS, IMoPA, Nancy, France
- *Correspondence: Patrick Menu,
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Nemec S, Ganda S, Al Taief K, Kopecky C, Kuchel R, Lebhar H, Marquis CP, Thordarson P, Kilian KA. A Tunable Tumor Microenvironment through Recombinant Bacterial Collagen-Hyaluronic Acid Hydrogels. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2022; 5:4581-4588. [PMID: 35670558 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.2c00186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Laboratory models of the tumor microenvironment require control of mechanical and biochemical properties to ensure accurate mimicry of patient disease. In contrast to pure natural or synthetic materials, hybrid approaches that pair recombinant protein fragments with synthetic scaffolding show many advantages. Here we demonstrate production of a recombinant bacterial collagen-like protein (CLP) for thiol-ene pairing to norbornene functionalized hyaluronic acid (NorHA). The resultant hydrogel material shows an adjustable modulus with evidence for strain-stiffening behavior that resembles natural tumor matrices. Cysteine terminated peptide binding motifs are incorporated to adjust the cell-adhesion points. The modular hybrid gel shows good biocompatibility and was demonstrated to control cell adhesion, proliferation, and the invasive properties of MCF7 and MD-MBA-231 breast adenocarcinoma cells. The ease in which multiple structural and bioactive components can be integrated provides a robust framework to form models of the tumor microenvironment for fundamental studies and drug development.
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- Stephanie Nemec
- School of Materials Science & Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- UNSW RNA Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- Electron Microscope Unit, Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- UNSW RNA Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- UNSW RNA Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 2052
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A Comprehensive Review on Utilization of Slaughterhouse By-Product: Current Status and Prospect. SUSTAINABILITY 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/su14116469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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The meat processing industry produces a huge quantity of by-products, approximately 150 million tonnes per year. The live weight of the animals is distinguished as edible, inedible, and discardable by-products, with the discardable parts equating to 66%, 52%, and 80% of the overall live weight of cattle, lamb, and pigs, respectively. Only a small percentage of those by-products are nowadays exploited for the production of high added value products such as animal feed, glue, fertilizers, etc., whereas the main management method is direct disposal to landfills. As such, the current disposal methodologies of these by-products are problematic, contributing to environmental contamination, soil degradation, air pollution, and possible health problems. Nevertheless, these by-products are rich in collagen, keratin, and minerals, being thus promising sources of high-value materials such as bioenergy, biochemical and other biomaterials that could be exploited in various industrial applications. In this paper, the possible utilization of slaughterhouse by-products for the production of various high added value materials is discussed. In this context, the various processes presented provide solutions to more sustainable management of the slaughterhouse industry, contributing to the reduction of environmental degradation via soil and water pollution, the avoidance of space depletion due to landfills, and the development of a green economy.
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Yi J, Liu Q, Zhang Q, Chew TG, Ouyang H. Modular protein engineering-based biomaterials for skeletal tissue engineering. Biomaterials 2022; 282:121414. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2022.121414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2020] [Revised: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Yee C, Dickson KA, Muntasir MN, Ma Y, Marsh DJ. Three-Dimensional Modelling of Ovarian Cancer: From Cell Lines to Organoids for Discovery and Personalized Medicine. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:836984. [PMID: 35223797 PMCID: PMC8866972 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.836984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Ovarian cancer has the highest mortality of all of the gynecological malignancies. There are several distinct histotypes of this malignancy characterized by specific molecular events and clinical behavior. These histotypes have differing responses to platinum-based drugs that have been the mainstay of therapy for ovarian cancer for decades. For histotypes that initially respond to a chemotherapeutic regime of carboplatin and paclitaxel such as high-grade serous ovarian cancer, the development of chemoresistance is common and underpins incurable disease. Recent discoveries have led to the clinical use of PARP (poly ADP ribose polymerase) inhibitors for ovarian cancers defective in homologous recombination repair, as well as the anti-angiogenic bevacizumab. While predictive molecular testing involving identification of a genomic scar and/or the presence of germline or somatic BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation are in clinical use to inform the likely success of a PARP inhibitor, no similar tests are available to identify women likely to respond to bevacizumab. Functional tests to predict patient response to any drug are, in fact, essentially absent from clinical care. New drugs are needed to treat ovarian cancer. In this review, we discuss applications to address the currently unmet need of developing physiologically relevant in vitro and ex vivo models of ovarian cancer for fundamental discovery science, and personalized medicine approaches. Traditional two-dimensional (2D) in vitro cell culture of ovarian cancer lacks critical cell-to-cell interactions afforded by culture in three-dimensions. Additionally, modelling interactions with the tumor microenvironment, including the surface of organs in the peritoneal cavity that support metastatic growth of ovarian cancer, will improve the power of these models. Being able to reliably grow primary tumoroid cultures of ovarian cancer will improve the ability to recapitulate tumor heterogeneity. Three-dimensional (3D) modelling systems, from cell lines to organoid or tumoroid cultures, represent enhanced starting points from which improved translational outcomes for women with ovarian cancer will emerge.
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- Christine Yee
- Translational Oncology Group, School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
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- Translational Oncology Group, School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
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- Translational Oncology Group, School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
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- Translational Oncology Group, School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
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- Translational Oncology Group, School of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
- Northern Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia
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Hussain NA, Figueiredo FC, Connon CJ. Use of biomaterials in corneal endothelial repair. Ther Adv Ophthalmol 2022; 13:25158414211058249. [PMID: 34988369 PMCID: PMC8721373 DOI: 10.1177/25158414211058249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Accepted: 10/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Human corneal endothelium (HCE) is a single layer of hexagonal cells that lines the posterior surface of the cornea. It forms the barrier that separates the aqueous humor from the rest of the corneal layers (stroma and epithelium layer). This layer plays a fundamental role in maintaining the hydration and transparency of the cornea, which in turn ensures a clear vision. In vivo, human corneal endothelial cells (HCECs) are generally believed to be nonproliferating. In many cases, due to their nonproliferative nature, any damage to these cells can lead to further issues with Descemet’s membrane (DM), stroma and epithelium which may ultimately lead to hazy vision and blindness. Endothelial keratoplasties such as Descemet’s stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK) and Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DEK) are the standard surgeries routinely used to restore vision following endothelial failure. Basically, these two similar surgical techniques involve the replacement of the diseased endothelial layer in the center of the cornea by a healthy layer taken from a donor cornea. Globally, eye banks are facing an increased demand to provide corneas that have suitable features for transplantation. Consequently, it can be stated that there is a significant shortage of corneal grafting tissue; for every 70 corneas required, only 1 is available. Nowadays, eye banks face long waiting lists due to shortage of donors, seriously aggravated when compared with previous years, due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, there is an urgent need to find alternative and more sustainable sources for treating endothelial diseases, such as utilizing bioengineering to use of biomaterials as a remedy. The current review focuses on the use of biomaterials to repair the corneal endothelium. A range of biomaterials have been considered based on their promising results and outstanding features, including previous studies and their key findings in the context of each biomaterial.
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- Noor Ahmed Hussain
- University of Jeddah, Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaBiosciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Biosciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UKDepartment of Ophthalmology, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Biosciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK
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Slyker L, Diamantides N, Kim J, Bonassar LJ. Mechanical performance of collagen gels is dependent on purity, α1/α2 ratio, and telopeptides. J Biomed Mater Res A 2022; 110:11-20. [PMID: 34236763 PMCID: PMC9271356 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2020] [Revised: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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This article describes the compositional, mechanical, and structural differences between collagen gels fabricated from different sources and processing methods. Despite extensive use of collagen in the manufacturing of biomaterials and implants, there is little information as to the variation in properties based on collagen source or processing methods. As such, differences in purity and composition may affect gel structure and mechanical performance. Using mass spectrometry, we assessed protein composition of collagen from seven different sources. The mechanics and gelation kinetics of each gel were assessed through oscillatory shear rheology. Scanning electron microscopy enabled visualization of distinct differences in fiber morphology. Mechanics and gelation kinetics differed with source and processing method and were found to correlate with differences in composition. Gels fabricated from telopeptide-containing collagens had higher storage modulus (144 vs. 54 Pa) and faster gelation (251 vs. 734 s) compared to atelocollagens, despite having lower purity (93.4 vs. 99.8%). For telopeptide-containing collagens, as collagen purity increased, storage modulus increased and fiber diameter decreased. As α1/α2 chain ratio increased, fiber diameter increased and gelation slowed. As such, this study provides an examination of the effects of collagen processing on key quality attributes for use of collagen gels in biomedical contexts.
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- Leigh Slyker
- Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
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- Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
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- Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY,Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
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Andreev AY, Osidak EO, Avetisov SE, Voronin GV, Andreeva NA, Agaeva LM, Yu Y, Domogatskiy SP. [Modern prerequisites for creating a collagen-based artificial analogue of the corneal stroma]. Vestn Oftalmol 2022; 138:253-259. [PMID: 36287164 DOI: 10.17116/oftalma2022138052253] [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: 06/16/2023]
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Despite the fact that various collagen biomaterials have been actively used in ophthalmology for more than 30 years, the problem of creating a material that could replace the donor cornea have not been solved. Recent advances in the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine have shifted the focus of approaches to solving the problem of creating an artificial cornea towards laying conditions for the restoration of its specific layers through mechanisms of its own cellular regeneration. In this regard, extracellular matrices based on collagen are gaining popularity. This review discusses general limitations and advantages of collagen for creating an artificial cornea.
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- A Yu Andreev
- Research Institute of Eye Diseases, Moscow, Russia
- Imtek Co. Ltd., Moscow, Russia
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- Imtek Co. Ltd., Moscow, Russia
- National Medical Research Center of Cardiology named after academician E.I. Chazov, Moscow, Russia
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- Research Institute of Eye Diseases, Moscow, Russia
- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- Research Institute of Eye Diseases, Moscow, Russia
- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- Research Institute of Eye Diseases, Moscow, Russia
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- Research Institute of Eye Diseases, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia
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- Imtek Co. Ltd., Moscow, Russia
- National Medical Research Center of Cardiology named after academician E.I. Chazov, Moscow, Russia
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Wang J, Qiu H, Xu Y, Gao Y, Tan P, Zhao R, Liu Z, Tang Y, Zhu X, Bao C, Wang H, Lin H, Zhang X. The biological effect of recombinant humanized collagen on damaged skin induced by UV-photoaging: An in vivo study. Bioact Mater 2021; 11:154-165. [PMID: 34938920 PMCID: PMC8665261 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2021.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2021] [Revised: 09/30/2021] [Accepted: 10/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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The application of medical devices to repair skin damage is clinically accepted and natural polymer enjoys an important role in this field, such as collagen or hyaluronic acid, etc. However, the biosafety and efficacy of these implants are still challenged. In this study, a skin damage animal model was prepared by UV-photoaging and recombinant humanized type III collagen (rhCol III) was applied as a bioactive material to implant in vivo to study its biological effect, comparing with saline and uncrosslinked hyaluronic acid (HA). Animal skin conditions were non-invasively and dynamically monitored during the 8 weeks experiment. Histological observation, specific gene expression and other molecular biological methods were applied by the end of the animal experiment. The results indicated that rhCol III could alleviate the skin photoaging caused by UV radiation, including reduce the thickening of epidermis and dermis, increase the secretion of Collagen I (Col I) and Collagen III (Col III) and remodel of extracellular matrix (ECM). Although the cell-material interaction and mechanism need more investigation, the effect of rhCol III on damaged skin was discussed from influence on cells, reconstruction of ECM, and stimulus of small biological molecules based on current results. In conclusion, our findings provided rigorous biosafety information of rhCol III and approved its potential in skin repair and regeneration. Although enormous efforts still need to be made to achieve successful translation from bench to clinic, the recombinant humanized collagen showed superiorities from both safety and efficacy aspects. Investigated the biological effect of recombinant humanized collagen type III (rhCol III) in vivo. Provided the safety and efficacy evidence for rhCol III in skin damage repair. Preliminary mechanism discussion on the biological effect of rhCol III.
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- Jing Wang
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- West China School / Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- West China School / Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- West China School / Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- West China School / Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- Corresponding author.
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- West China School / Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- Corresponding author.
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- Corresponding author. National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China.
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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Recombinant Proteins-Based Strategies in Bone Tissue Engineering. Biomolecules 2021; 12:biom12010003. [PMID: 35053152 PMCID: PMC8773742 DOI: 10.3390/biom12010003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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The increase in fracture rates and/or problems associated with missing bones due to accidents or various pathologies generates socio-health problems with a very high impact. Tissue engineering aims to offer some kind of strategy to promote the repair of damaged tissue or its restoration as close as possible to the original tissue. Among the alternatives proposed by this specialty, the development of scaffolds obtained from recombinant proteins is of special importance. Furthermore, science and technology have advanced to obtain recombinant chimera’s proteins. This review aims to offer a synthetic description of the latest and most outstanding advances made with these types of scaffolds, particularly emphasizing the main recombinant proteins that can be used to construct scaffolds in their own right, i.e., not only to impregnate them, but also to make scaffolds from their complex structure, with the purpose of being considered in bone regenerative medicine in the near future.
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Chun SY, Ha YS, Yoon BH, Lee EH, Kim BM, Gil H, Han MH, Kwon TG, Kim BS, Lee JN. Optimal delipidation solvent to secure extracellular matrix from human perirenal adipose tissue. J Biomed Mater Res A 2021; 110:928-942. [PMID: 34913580 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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The objective of this study was to select the optimal delipidation solvent for preparation of human perirenal adipose tissue-derived extracellular matrix (ECM). Human perirenal adipose tissue can be obtained in large amounts during surgery, and it can be an alternative source of human ECM. Delipidation is an essential procedure for the ECM preparation, because lipid strongly inhibits regeneration of target tissue. Isopropanol has been widely used as a delipidation solvent for adipose tissue. However, because adipose tissue is mostly composed of nonpolar lipid, a nonpolar solvent might be more effective for delipidation. We evaluated the delipidation efficiency of acetone, chloroform, methanol, ether, ethanol, isopropanol, water, chloroform/methanol, ethanol/heptane, ether/methanol, hexane/ethanol, and butanol/methanol solvents for ECM extraction from human perirenal adipose tissue. Among them, acetone-treated adipose tissue showed the greatest delipidation efficiency (93.05%), significantly lower residual DNA content, and the greatest residual collagen concentration (42.49 ± 0.05 μg/g). In addition, acetone-treated tissue also had well-preserved ultrastructure with high porosity and significantly low in vitro cytotoxicity. These results suggested that acetone may be an optimal delipidation solvent for extraction of ECM from human perirenal adipose tissue.
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- So Young Chun
- BioMedical Research Institute, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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- Joint Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, South Korea
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- Joint Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, South Korea
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- BioMedical Research Institute, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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- BioMedical Research Institute, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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- Joint Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, Daegu, South Korea
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Guo Y, Bian Z, Xu Q, Wen X, Kang J, Lin S, Wang X, Mi Z, Cui J, Zhang Z, Chen Z, Chen F. Novel tissue-engineered skin equivalent from recombinant human collagen hydrogel and fibroblasts facilitated full-thickness skin defect repair in a mouse model. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 130:112469. [PMID: 34702544 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2021.112469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Revised: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 09/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Tissue-engineered skin equivalent (TESE) is an optimized alternative for the treatment of skin defects. Designing and fabricating biomaterials with desired properties to load cells is critical for the approach. In this study, we aim to develop a novel TESE with recombinant human collagen (rHC) hydrogel and fibroblasts to improve full-thickness skin defect repair. First, the bioactive effect of rHC on fibroblast proliferation, migration and phenotype was assayed. The results showed that rHC had good biocompatibility and could stimulate fibroblasts migration and secrete various growth factors. Then, rHC was cross-linked with transglutaminase (TG) to prepare rHC hydrogel. Rheometer tests indicated that 10% rHC/TG hydrogel could reach a oscillate stress of 251 Pa and remained stable. Fibroblasts were seeded into rHC/TG hydrogel to prepare TESE. Confocal microscope and scanning electronic microscope observation showed that seeded fibroblasts survived well in the hydrogel. Finally, the therapeutic effect of the newly prepared TESE was tested in a mouse full-thickness skin defect model. The results demonstrated that TESE could significantly improve skin defect repair in vivo. Conclusively, TESE prepared from rHC and fibroblasts in this study exhibits great potential for clinical application in the future.
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- Yayuan Guo
- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Degradable Biomedical Materials, School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Degradable Biomedical Materials, School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China.
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- Provincial Key Laboratory of Biotechnology of Shaanxi, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China; Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Modern Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, Northwest University, 229 North TaiBai Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, PR China.
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Yang Y, Ritchie AC, Everitt NM. Using type III recombinant human collagen to construct a series of highly porous scaffolds for tissue regeneration. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2021; 208:112139. [PMID: 34619626 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2021.112139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2020] [Revised: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/23/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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As an alternative biopolymer material without the risks of the use of animal-derived collagens in soft tissue engineering applications, recombinant human collagen polypeptide (RHC) was used to construct three-dimensional porous scaffolds. RHC and RHC-chitosan (RHC-CHI) porous scaffolds were fabricated using a freeze-drying method to create highly porous internal structures and then cross-linked with 1-ethyl-3-(3-dimethyl aminopropyl) carbodiimide (EDC). All scaffolds had interconnected porous structures with high porosity (90%), and pore size that ranged from 111 µm to 159 µm. The swelling ability and in vitro degradation of the prepared scaffolds were investigated. The mechanical properties could be tailored to meet the requirements of end-use application by adjusting the concentrations of the polymer or cross-linking agent, and the resulting mechanical strengths were comparable to those of biological soft tissues. The cytocompatibility of the fabricated porous scaffolds was investigated by seeding 3T3 fibroblasts into the porous structures, and then cell proliferation, distribution, morphology, and synthesis of extra cellular matrix-associated proteins were assessed. The results indicated that RHC-based porous scaffolds were non-cytotoxic and promoted the attachment and proliferation of the seeded cells. Finally, the in vivo study proved these porous scaffolds were able to accelerate the cell infiltration and collagen deposition that promoted the wound closure. Overall, the results indicate that RHC-based porous scaffolds show promise for use in soft tissue engineering due to their excellent in vitro cytocompatibility and adjustable mechanical properties.
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- Yang Yang
- Bioengineering Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
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- Bioengineering Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
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- Bioengineering Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom.
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Chameettachal S, Puranik CJ, Veluthedathu MN, Chalil NB, John R, Pati F. Thickening of Ectatic Cornea through Regeneration Using Decellularized Corneal Matrix Injectable Hydrogel: A Strategic Advancement to Mitigate Corneal Ectasia. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2021; 4:7300-7313. [PMID: 35006959 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.1c00821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Ectatic corneal diseases are a group of eye disorders characterized by progressive thinning and outward bulging of the cornea, resulting in vision impairment. A few attempts have been made to use cornea-derived extracellular matrix hydrogels for corneal tissue engineering; however, no studies have investigated its application in corneal ectasia. In this study, we have first developed an animal surgical model that mimics a few specific phenotypes of ectatic cornea. Later, we investigated the potential of decellularized cornea matrix hydrogels (dCMH) from both human and bovine sources in increasing the thickness of the cornea in the developed surgical model. Our data advocate that surgical stromal depletion can be followed to establish ectatic models and can also provide information on the biocompatibility of materials, its integration with native stroma, degradation over time, and tissue remodeling. We observed that dCMH from both sources could integrate with ectatic thin corneal stroma and helps in regaining the thickness by regenerating a reasonably functional and transparent stroma; however, no significant difference was spotted between the dCMH made from human and bovine corneal tissue sources. Hence, this study is a promising step toward developing a non-invasive technique for the treatment of corneal ectasia by using dCMH.
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- Shibu Chameettachal
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy Hyderabad, Telangana 502284, India
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- Oculus Regenerus Eye Care and Research Center, Nanalnagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500008, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy Hyderabad, Telangana 502284, India
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- Department of Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy , Hyderabad, Telangana 502284, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy Hyderabad, Telangana 502284, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Kandi, Sangareddy Hyderabad, Telangana 502284, India
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Shaping collagen for engineering hard tissues: Towards a printomics approach. Acta Biomater 2021; 131:41-61. [PMID: 34192571 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2021.06.035] [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: 05/13/2021] [Revised: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Hard tissue engineering has evolved over the past decades, with multiple approaches being explored and developed. Despite the rapid development and success of advanced 3D cell culture, 3D printing technologies and material developments, a gold standard approach to engineering and regenerating hard tissue substitutes such as bone, dentin and cementum, has not yet been realised. One such strategy that differs from conventional regenerative medicine approach of other tissues, is the in vitro mineralisation of collagen templates in the absence of cells. Collagen is the most abundant protein within the human body and forms the basis of all hard tissues. Once mineralised, collagen provides important support and protection to humans, for example in the case of bone tissue. Multiple in vitro fabrication strategies and mineralisation approaches have been developed and their success in facilitating mineral deposition on collagen to achieve bone-like scaffolds evaluated. Critical to the success of such fabrication and biomineralisation approaches is the collagen template, and its chemical composition, organisation, and density. The key factors that influence such properties are the collagen processing and fabrication techniques utilised to create the template, and the mineralisation strategy employed to deposit mineral on and throughout the templates. However, despite its importance, relatively little attention has been placed on these two critical factors. Here, we critically examine the processing, fabrication and mineralisation strategies that have been used to mineralise collagen templates, and offer insights and perspectives on the most promising strategies for creating mineralised collagen scaffolds. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: In this review, we highlight the critical need to fabricate collagen templates with advanced processing techniques, in a manner that achieves biomimicry of the hierarchical collagen structure, prior to utilising in vitro mineralisation strategies. To this end, we focus on the initial collagen that is selected, the extraction techniques used and the native fibril forming potential retained to create reconstituted collagen scaffolds. This review synthesises current best practises in material sourcing, processing, mineralisation strategies and fabrication techniques, and offers insights into how these can best be exploited in future studies to successfully mineralise collagen templates.
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Rezvani Ghomi E, Nourbakhsh N, Akbari Kenari M, Zare M, Ramakrishna S. Collagen-based biomaterials for biomedical applications. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2021; 109:1986-1999. [PMID: 34028179 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.34881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 04/24/2021] [Accepted: 05/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Collagen is an insoluble fibrous protein that composes the extracellular matrix in animals. Although collagen has been used as a biomaterial since 1881, the properties and the complex structure of collagen are still extensive study subjects worldwide. In this article, several topics of importance for understanding collagen research are reviewed starting from its historical milestones, followed by the description of the collagen superfamily and its complex structures, with a focus on type I collagen. Subsequently, some of the superior properties of collagen-based biomaterials, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, mechanical properties, and cell activities, are pinpointed. These properties make collagen applicable in biomedicine, such as wound healing, tissue engineering, surface coating of medical devices, and skin supplementation. Moreover, some antimicrobial strategies and the general host tissue responses regarding collagen as a biomaterial are presented. Finally, the current status and clinical application of the three-dimensional (3D) printing techniques for the fabrication of collagen-based scaffolds and the reconstruction of the human heart's constituents, such as capillary structures or even the entire organ, are discussed. Besides, an overall outlook for the future of this unique biomaterial is provided.
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- Erfan Rezvani Ghomi
- Center for Nanotechnology and Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Center for Nanotechnology and Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Center for Nanotechnology and Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Huang S, Yu F, Cheng Y, Li Y, Chen Y, Tang J, Bei Y, Tang Q, Zhao Y, Huang Y, Xiang Q. Transforming Growth Factor-β3/Recombinant Human-like Collagen/Chitosan Freeze-Dried Sponge Primed With Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells Promotes Bone Regeneration in Calvarial Defect Rats. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:678322. [PMID: 33967817 PMCID: PMC8103166 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.678322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 04/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Patients with a skull defect are at risk of developing cerebrospinal fluid leakage and ascending bacterial meningitis at >10% per year. However, treatment with stem cells has brought great hope to large-area cranial defects. Having found that transforming growth factor (TGF)-β3 can promote the osteogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament stem cells (hPDLSCs), we designed a hybrid TGF-β3/recombinant human-like collagen recombinant human collagen/chitosan (CS) freeze-dried sponge (TRFS) loading hPDLSCs (TRFS-h) to repair skull defects in rats. CFS with 2% CS was selected based on the swelling degree, water absorption, and moisture retention. The CS freeze-dried sponge (CFS) formed a porous three-dimensional structure, as observed by scanning electron microscopy. In addition, cytotoxicity experiments and calcein-AM/PI staining showed that TRFS had a good cellular compatibility and could be degraded completely at 90 days in the implantation site. Furthermore, bone healing was evaluated using micro-computed tomography in rat skull defect models. The bone volume and bone volume fraction were higher in TRFS loaded with hPDLSCs (TRFS-h) group than in the controls (p < 0.01, vs. CFS or TRFS alone). The immunohistochemical results indicated that the expression of Runx2, BMP-2, and collagen-1 (COL Ⅰ) in cells surrounding bone defects in the experimental group was higher than those in the other groups (p < 0.01, vs. CFS or TRFS alone). Taken together, hPDLSCs could proliferate and undergo osteogenic differentiation in TRFS (p < 0.05), and TRFS-h accelerated bone repair in calvarial defect rats. Our research revealed that hPDLSCs could function as seeded cells for skull injury, and their osteogenic differentiation could be accelerated by TGF-β3. This represents an effective therapeutic strategy for restoring traumatic defects of the skull.
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- Shiyi Huang
- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Biopharmaceutical R and D Center of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Biopharmaceutical R and D Center of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Jinan University Medical College, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Jinan University Medical College, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.,Biopharmaceutical R and D Center of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Biomedicine and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Bioengineering Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.,Biopharmaceutical R and D Center of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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Oosterlaken BM, Vena MP, de With G. In Vitro Mineralization of Collagen. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2021; 33:e2004418. [PMID: 33711177 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202004418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2020] [Revised: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Collagen mineralization is a biological process in many skeletal elements in the animal kingdom. Examples of these collagen-based skeletons are the siliceous spicules of glass sponges or the intrafibrillar hydroxyapatite platelets in vertebrates. The mineralization of collagen in vitro has gained interest for two reasons: understanding the processes behind bone formation and the synthesis of scaffolds for tissue engineering. In this paper, the efforts toward collagen mineralization in vitro are reviewed. First, general introduction toward collagen type I, the main component of the extracellular matrix in animals, is provided, followed by a brief overview of collagenous skeletons. Then, the in vitro mineralization of collagen is critically reviewed. Due to their biological abundance, hydroxyapatite and silica are the focus of this review. To a much lesser extent, also some efforts with other minerals are outlined. Combining all minerals and the suggested mechanisms for each mineral, a general mechanism for the intrafibrillar mineralization of collagen is proposed. This review concludes with an outlook for further improvement of collagen-based tissue engineering scaffolds.
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- Bernette Maria Oosterlaken
- Laboratory of Physical Chemistry, Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Eindhoven University of Technology, PO Box 513, Eindhoven, MB, 5600, The Netherlands
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- Laboratory of Physical Chemistry, Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Eindhoven University of Technology, PO Box 513, Eindhoven, MB, 5600, The Netherlands
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- Laboratory of Physical Chemistry, Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Eindhoven University of Technology, PO Box 513, Eindhoven, MB, 5600, The Netherlands
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Hu K, Hu M, Xiao Y, Cui Y, Yan J, Yang G, Zhang F, Lin G, Yi H, Han L, Li L, Wei Y, Cui F. Preparation recombination human-like collagen/fibroin scaffold and promoting the cell compatibility with osteoblasts. J Biomed Mater Res A 2021; 109:346-353. [PMID: 32500940 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2019] [Revised: 04/30/2020] [Accepted: 05/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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On this basis, a novel recombinant human-like collagen (RHLC)/silk fibroin scaffold material with high porosity and controllable aperture was prepared. The compatibility of osteoblasts (OB) with the blends was tested in vitro. The morphology, adhesion and growth of scaffold cells were observed by scanning electron microscope and laser confocal microscope. Extensive measurements, including 3-[4, 5-dimethylthiazole-2-acyl]-2, 5-diphenyl tetrabrominate assays, intracellular total protein content, and alkaline phosphatase activity assays were performed after 7 days of culture. Survival and protein content increased in RHLC/fibroin stents. LSCM and SEM results confirmed that the cells grew better in the mixed scaffolds than in the pure silk scaffolds, and showed that the cells were easy to adhere and diffuse in the RHLC/silk scaffolds. RHLC/silk fibroin scaffolds are promising biomaterials for bone tissue engineering.
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- Kun Hu
- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
- College of Biological Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Fuzhou Medical Association, Fuzhou, China
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- Technology Department, FuJian HuaRui Biological Technology Co., Ltd, Fuzhou, China
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- Technology Department, Tsinghua Redbud Innovation Institute Baodi Tianjin, Tianjin, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Engineering Research Center of Printed Electronics, Institute of Printing and Packaging Engineering, Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication, Beijing, China
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- Department of Chemistry and Tsinghua Center for Frontier Polymer Research, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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He Y, Wang J, Si Y, Wang X, Deng H, Sheng Z, Li Y, Liu J, Zhao J. A novel gene recombinant collagen hemostatic sponge with excellent biocompatibility and hemostatic effect. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 178:296-305. [PMID: 33636269 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.02.162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2020] [Revised: 02/20/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Effect and biosafety are the most noteworthy aspect of the hemostatic materials for trauma treatment. In this work, we evaluated the biocompatibility and hemostatic effect of a novel recombinant collagen hemostatic sponge according to ISO 10993. In addition, the interaction between the recombinant collagen hemostatic sponge and blood cells was observed by scanning electron microscopy, moreover, the hemostatic effect was evaluated by blood clotting assay in vitro and liver hemorrhage models in vivo. As the results, the novel recombinant collagen hemostatic sponge enables to be biodegradable completely in vivo, without stimulation, sensitization, acute toxicity, hematolysis or obvious immune rejection. The procoagulant effect of recombinant hemostatic sponge in vitro is significantly more excellent than that of natural collagen sponge due to the more promotive capacity of blood cell adhesion. Meanwhile, the liver hemorrhage models showed that the hemostatic time of recombinant collagen sponge was 19.33 ± 4.64 s, which was significantly better than that of natural collagen sponge (hemostatic time 31.62 ± 5.63 s). Therefore, the novel recombinant collagen hemostatic sponge with satisfactory biocompatibility and significant hemostatic effect can be performed as a potential novel type of clinical hemostatic products for research and development.
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- Yue He
- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China; Medical College of Xi'an Peihua University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710125, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China; College of Life Science, Northwest University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710069, China
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- Medical Research and Development Center, Shaanxi Huikang Bio-Tech Co., Ltd., Xi'an 710054, China.
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Yang Y, Campbell Ritchie A, Everitt NM. Recombinant human collagen/chitosan-based soft hydrogels as biomaterials for soft tissue engineering. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 121:111846. [PMID: 33579509 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2020.111846] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2020] [Revised: 11/15/2020] [Accepted: 12/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Animal-derived collagen may contain viruses, and its impurity can cause immunological reactions. Chitosan, always required a neutralization step in fabricating it into the biocompatible tissue engineering scaffolds. To avoid these risks and simplify the production process, a series of recombinant human collagen/carboxylated chitosan (RHC-CHI) based soft hydrogel scaffolds were prepared by crosslinking-induced gelation and then investigated their feasibilities for use as soft tissue engineering scaffolds. The gelation time was optimized by modulating the biopolymer concentration or reaction temperature. The hydrogel swelling, degradation rate, and mechanical properties were also investigated. The results showed that these parameters could be tuned by adjusting either the RHC-to-chitosan ratio or the total polymer concentration. The mechanical properties of the hydrogels were improved by adding chitosan, but excess chitosan reduced the hydrogel mechanical strength and accelerated the degradation speed. Cytotoxicity tests showed that all fabricated soft hydrogels were biocompatible and displayed no cytotoxicity. Cytocompatibility tests and qRT-PCR studies indicated that the hydrogel system promoted the adhesion and proliferation of NIH-3T3 cells, and cellular activities were directly up-regulated by RHC. Finally, our in vivo study proved these hydrogels were able to accelerate the cell infiltration and wound closure. These results show that the soft RHC-CHI hydrogels show promise in soft-tissue engineering.
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- Yang Yang
- Bioengineering Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
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- Bioengineering Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
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- Bioengineering Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom.
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Hashemzadeh MR, Taghavizadeh Yazdi ME, Amiri MS, Mousavi SH. Stem cell therapy in the heart: Biomaterials as a key route. Tissue Cell 2021; 71:101504. [PMID: 33607524 DOI: 10.1016/j.tice.2021.101504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2020] [Revised: 01/29/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Cardiovascular diseases are one of the main concerns, nowadays causing a high rate of mortality in the world. The majority of conventional treatment protects the heart from failure progression. As a novel therapeutic way, Regenerative medicine in the heart includes cellular and noncellular approaches. Despite the irrefutable privileges of noncellular aspects such as administration of exosomes, utilizing of miRNAs, and growth factors, they cannot reverse necrotic or ischemic myocardium, hence recruiting of stem cells to help regenerative therapy in the heart seems indispensable. Stem cell lineages are varied and divided into two main groups namely pluripotent and adult stem cells. Not only has each of which own regenerative capacity, benefits, and drawbacks, but their turnover also close correlates with the target organ and/or tissue as well as the stage and level of failure. In addition to inefficient tissue integration due to the defects in delivering methods and poor retention of transplanted cells, the complexity of the heart and its movement also make more rigorous the repair process. Hence, utilizing biomaterials can make a key route to tackle such obstacles. In this review, we evaluate some natural products which can help stem cells in regenerative medicine of the cardiovascular system.
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- Mohammad Reza Hashemzadeh
- Department of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, Royesh Stem Cell Biotechnology Institute, Mashhad, Iran; Medical Toxicology Research Center, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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- Medical Toxicology Research Center, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran; Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Patil VA, Masters KS. Engineered Collagen Matrices. Bioengineering (Basel) 2020; 7:E163. [PMID: 33339157 PMCID: PMC7765577 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering7040163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2020] [Revised: 12/11/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Collagen is the most abundant protein in mammals, accounting for approximately one-third of the total protein in the human body. Thus, it is a logical choice for the creation of biomimetic environments, and there is a long history of using collagen matrices for various tissue engineering applications. However, from a biomaterial perspective, the use of collagen-only scaffolds is associated with many challenges. Namely, the mechanical properties of collagen matrices can be difficult to tune across a wide range of values, and collagen itself is not highly amenable to direct chemical modification without affecting its architecture or bioactivity. Thus, many approaches have been pursued to design scaffold environments that display critical features of collagen but enable improved tunability of physical and biological characteristics. This paper provides a brief overview of approaches that have been employed to create such engineered collagen matrices. Specifically, these approaches include blending of collagen with other natural or synthetic polymers, chemical modifications of denatured collagen, de novo creation of collagen-mimetic chains, and reductionist methods to incorporate collagen moieties into other materials. These advancements in the creation of tunable, engineered collagen matrices will continue to enable the interrogation of novel and increasingly complex biological questions.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI 53705, USA;
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Chen Z, Fan D, Shang L. Exploring the potential of the recombinant human collagens for biomedical and clinical applications: a short review. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2020; 16:012001. [PMID: 32679570 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/aba6fa] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Natural animal collagen and its recombinant collagen are favourable replacements in human tissue engineering due to their remarkable biomedical property. However, this exploitation is largely restricted due to the potential of immunogenicity and virus contamination. Exploring new ways to produce human collagen is fundamental to its biomedical and clinical application. All human fibrillar collagen molecules have three polypeptide chains constructed from a repeating Gly-Xaa-Yaa triplet, where Xaa and Yaa represent one random amino acid. Using cDNA techniques to modify several repeat sequences of the cDNA fragment, a novel human collagen, named recombinant human-like collagen (rHLC), with low immunogenicity and little risk from hidden virus can be engineered and notably tailored to specific applications. Human-like collagen (HLC) was initially used as a coating to modify the tissue engineering scaffold, and then used as the scaffold after cross-link agents were added to increase its mechanical strength. Due to its good biocompatibility, low immunogenicity, stabilised property, and the ability of mass production, HLC has been widely used in skin injury treatments, vascular scaffolds engineering, cartilage, bone defect repair, skincare, haemostatic sponge, and drug delivery, including coating with medical nanoparticles. In this review, we symmetrically reviewed the development, recent advances in design and application of HLC, and other recombinant human collagen-based biomedicine potentials. At the end, future improvements are also discussed.
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- Zhuoyue Chen
- Key Laboratory of Resource Biology and Biotechnology in Western China, Ministry of Education, School of Medicine, Northwest University, 229 Taibai North Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, People's Republic of China. Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Degradable Biomedical Materials; Shaanxi R&D Center of Biomaterial and Fermentation Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, 229 TaiBai North Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710069, People's Republic of China
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