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Min KH, Kim DH, Kim KH, Seo JH, Pack SP. Biomimetic Scaffolds of Calcium-Based Materials for Bone Regeneration. Biomimetics (Basel) 2024; 9:511. [PMID: 39329533 PMCID: PMC11430767 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics9090511] [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: 07/29/2024] [Revised: 08/21/2024] [Accepted: 08/23/2024] [Indexed: 09/28/2024] Open
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Calcium-based materials, such as calcium carbonate, calcium phosphate, and calcium silicate, have attracted significant attention in biomedical research, owing to their unique physicochemical properties and versatile applications. The distinctive characteristics of these materials, including their inherent biocompatibility and tunable structures, hold significant promise for applications in bone regeneration and tissue engineering. This review explores the biomedical applications of calcium-containing materials, particularly for bone regeneration. Their remarkable biocompatibility, tunable nanostructures, and multifaceted functionalities make them pivotal for advancing regenerative medicine, drug delivery system, and biomimetic scaffold applications. The evolving landscape of biomedical research continues to uncover new possibilities, positioning calcium-based materials as key contributors to the next generation of innovative biomaterial scaffolds.
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- Ki Ha Min
- Institute of Industrial Technology, Korea University, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Korea University, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea; (D.H.K.); (K.H.K.); (J.-H.S.)
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Korea University, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea; (D.H.K.); (K.H.K.); (J.-H.S.)
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Korea University, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea; (D.H.K.); (K.H.K.); (J.-H.S.)
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Korea University, Sejong 30019, Republic of Korea; (D.H.K.); (K.H.K.); (J.-H.S.)
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Gazińska MA, Krokos A. Tunable structure and linear viscoelastic properties of poly(glycerol adipate urethane)-based elastomeric composites for tissue regeneration. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2024; 153:106493. [PMID: 38484428 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2024.106493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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Elastomeric biocomposites based on poly(glycerol adipate urethane) and hydroxyapatite were fabricated for tissue regeneration. The poly(glycerol adipate urethane) (PGAU) elastomeric composite matrices were obtained by chemical crosslinking of the poly(glycerol adipate) prepolymer (pPGA) with diisocyanate derivative of L-lysine. Two series of composites varying in the amount of L-lysine diisocyanate ethyl ester (LDI) used as a crosslinking agent were manufactured. As a ceramic filler both unmodified and L-lysine surface-modified hydroxyapatite (HAP) particles were used. The novelty of our research consists in the manufactured elastomeric materials and characterization of their linear viscoelastic (LVE) properties. The LVE properties of the composites were investigated by means of dynamic thermomechanical analysis. Frequency sweep and amplitude sweep measurements were performed in shear mode. The influence of the crosslinking agent (LDI) amount, HAP content and surface modification of HAP on the LVE properties of the composites was determined based on the analysis of the master curves of storage (G') and loss (G″) moduli and of tanδ of the composites. Depending on the amount of LDI, HAP and surface modification, the materials differ in the values of rubber elasticity plateau modulus (G0) and G' and G″ determined at selected shear frequencies and at the glassy state. G0 ranges from 278 kPa to 3.98 MPa, G' in the glassy state is within the range of 219 MPa-459 MPa. The G0 values of the PGAU-based composites are within the stiffness range of soft tissue. In view of the choice of HAP as the ceramic component and the G0 values, elastomeric composites have the potential to be used as filling materials in small bone defects (due to their mechanical similarity to osteoid) as well as materials for cartilage tissue regeneration.
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- Małgorzata Anna Gazińska
- Department of Polymer Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Wybrzeże Wyspiańskiego 27, 50-370, Wrocław, Poland.
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- Department of Polymer Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Wybrzeże Wyspiańskiego 27, 50-370, Wrocław, Poland
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Abdou SM, Moustafa A, Allam NK. Patterned PCL/PGS Nanofibrous Hyaluronic Acid-Coated Scaffolds Promote Cellular Response and Modulate Gene Expression Profiles. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:2569-2581. [PMID: 38570335 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.4c00196] [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: 04/05/2024]
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Chronic wounds impose a significant burden on individuals and healthcare systems, necessitating the development of advanced wound management strategies. Tissue engineering, with its ability to create scaffolds that mimic native tissue structures and promote cellular responses, offers a promising approach. Electrospinning, a widely used technique, can fabricate nanofibrous scaffolds for tissue regeneration. In this study, we developed patterned nanofibrous scaffolds using a blend of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) and poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS), known for their biocompatibility and biodegradability. By employing a mesh collector, we achieved a unique fiber orientation pattern that emulated the natural tissue architecture. The average fiber diameter of PGS/PCL collected on aluminum foil and on mesh was found to be 665.2 ± 4 and 404.8 ± 16 nm, respectively. To enhance the scaffolds' bioactivity and surface properties, it was coated with hyaluronic acid (HA), a key component of the extracellular matrix known for its wound-healing properties. The HA coating improved the scaffold hydrophilicity and surface wettability, facilitating cell attachment, spreading, and migration. Furthermore, the HA-coated scaffold exhibited enhanced biocompatibility, promoting cell viability and proliferation. High-throughput RNA sequencing was performed to analyze the influence of the fabricated scaffold on the gene expression levels of endothelial cells. The top-upregulated biological processes and pathways include cell cycle regulation and cell proliferation. The results revealed significant alterations in gene expression profiles, indicating the scaffold's ability to modulate cellular functions and promote wound healing processes. The developed scaffold holds great promise for advanced wound management and tissue regeneration applications. By harnessing the advantages of aligned nanofibers, biocompatible polymers, and HA coating, this scaffold represents a potential solution for improving wound healing outcomes and improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from chronic wounds.
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- Shrouk M Abdou
- Energy Materials Laboratory, Physics Department, School of Sciences & Engineering, The American University in Cairo, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
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- Biology Department, School of Sciences & Engineering, The American University in Cairo, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
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- Energy Materials Laboratory, Physics Department, School of Sciences & Engineering, The American University in Cairo, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
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Fakhri V, Su CH, Tavakoli Dare M, Bazmi M, Jafari A, Pirouzfar V. Harnessing the power of polyol-based polyesters for biomedical innovations: synthesis, properties, and biodegradation. J Mater Chem B 2023; 11:9597-9629. [PMID: 37740402 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb01186k] [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: 09/24/2023]
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Polyesters based on polyols have emerged as promising biomaterials for various biomedical applications, such as tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, and regenerative medicine, due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and versatile physicochemical properties. This review article provides an overview of the synthesis methods, performance, and biodegradation mechanisms of polyol-based polyesters, highlighting their potential for use in a wide range of biomedical applications. The synthesis techniques, such as simple polycondensation and enzymatic polymerization, allow for the fine-tuning of polyester structure and molecular weight, thereby enabling the tailoring of material properties to specific application requirements. The physicochemical properties of polyol-based polyesters, such as hydrophilicity, crystallinity, and mechanical properties, can be altered by incorporating different polyols. The article highlights the influence of various factors, such as molecular weight, crosslinking density, and degradation medium, on the biodegradation behavior of these materials, and the importance of understanding these factors for controlling degradation rates. Future research directions include the development of novel polyesters with improved properties, optimization of degradation rates, and exploration of advanced processing techniques for fabricating scaffolds and drug delivery systems. Overall, polyol-based polyesters hold significant potential in the field of biomedical applications, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements and innovative solutions that could revolutionize patient care and treatment outcomes.
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- Vafa Fakhri
- Department of Polymer Engineering & Color Technology, Amirkabir University of Technology, P.O. Box 15875-4413, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Ming Chi University of Technology, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Polymer Engineering & Color Technology, Amirkabir University of Technology, P.O. Box 15875-4413, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Polymer Engineering, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Polymer Engineering & Color Technology, Amirkabir University of Technology, P.O. Box 15875-4413, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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Saghebasl S, Nobakht A, Saghebasl H, Hayati S, Naturi O, Rahbarghazi R. Sandwich-like electro-conductive polyurethane-based gelatin/soybean oil nanofibrous scaffolds with a targeted release of simvastatin for cardiac tissue engineering. J Biol Eng 2023; 17:42. [PMID: 37415188 DOI: 10.1186/s13036-023-00364-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023] Open
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Cardiac tissue engineering (CTE) is a promising way for the restoration of injured cardiac tissue in the healthcare system. The development of biodegradable scaffolds with appropriate chemical, electrical, mechanical, and biological properties is an unmet need for the success of CTE. Electrospinning is a versatile technique that has shown potential applications in CTE. Herein, four different types of multifunctional scaffolds, including synthetic-based poly (glycerol sebacate)-polyurethane (PGU), PGU-Soy scaffold, and a series of trilayer scaffolds containing two outer layers of PGU-Soy and a middle (inner) layer of gelatin (G) as a natural and biodegradable macromolecule without simvastatin (S) and with simvastatin (GS), an anti-inflammatory agent, were fabricated in the sandwich-like structure using electrospinning technique. This approach offers a combination of the advantages of both synthetic and natural polymers to enhance the bioactivity and the cell-to-cell and cell-to-matrix intercommunication. An in vitro drug release analysis was performed after the incorporation of soybean oil (Soy) and G. Soy is used as a semiconducting material was introduced to improve the electrical conductivity of nanofibrous scaffolds. The physicochemical properties, contact angle, and biodegradability of the electrospun scaffolds were also assessed. Moreover, the blood compatibility of nanofibrous scaffolds was studied through activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT), prothrombin time (PT), and hemolytic assay. The results showed that all scaffolds exhibited defect-free morphologies with mean fiber diameters in the range of 361 ± 109 to 417 ± 167 nm. A delay in blood clotting was observed, demonstrating the anticoagulant nature of nanofibrous scaffolds. Furthermore, rat cardiomyoblast cell lines (H9C2) were cultured on scaffolds for 7 days, and the morphology and cell arrangement were monitored. Data indicated an appropriate cytocompatibility. Of note, in the PGU-Soy/GS nanofibrous scaffold, a high survival rate was indicated compared to other groups. Our findings exhibited that the simvastatin-loaded polymeric system had positive effects on cardiomyoblasts attachment and growth and could be utilized as a drug release carrier in the field of CTE.
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- Solmaz Saghebasl
- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Research Center of Biosciences & Biotechnology (RCBB), University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz Branch, Tabriz, Iran
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Organic and Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Imam Reza St., Golgasht St, Tabriz, Iran.
- Department of Applied Cell Sciences, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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Sharma A, Kokil GR, He Y, Lowe B, Salam A, Altalhi TA, Ye Q, Kumeria T. Inorganic/organic combination: Inorganic particles/polymer composites for tissue engineering applications. Bioact Mater 2023; 24:535-550. [PMID: 36714332 PMCID: PMC9860401 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Biomaterials have ushered the field of tissue engineering and regeneration into a new era with the development of advanced composites. Among these, the composites of inorganic materials with organic polymers present unique structural and biochemical properties equivalent to naturally occurring hybrid systems such as bones, and thus are highly desired. The last decade has witnessed a steady increase in research on such systems with the focus being on mimicking the peculiar properties of inorganic/organic combination composites in nature. In this review, we discuss the recent progress on the use of inorganic particle/polymer composites for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. We have elaborated the advantages of inorganic particle/polymer composites over their organic particle-based composite counterparts. As the inorganic particles play a crucial role in defining the features and regenerative capacity of such composites, the review puts a special emphasis on the various types of inorganic particles used in inorganic particle/polymer composites. The inorganic particles that are covered in this review are categorised into two broad types (1) solid (e.g., calcium phosphate, hydroxyapatite, etc.) and (2) porous particles (e.g., mesoporous silica, porous silicon etc.), which are elaborated in detail with recent examples. The review also covers other new types of inorganic material (e.g., 2D inorganic materials, clays, etc.) based polymer composites for tissue engineering applications. Lastly, we provide our expert analysis and opinion of the field focusing on the limitations of the currently used inorganic/organic combination composites and the immense potential of new generation of composites that are in development.
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- Astha Sharma
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
- Australian Centre for Nanomedicine, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
- Australian Centre for Nanomedicine, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
- School of Pharmacy, University of Queensland, Woolloongabba, QLD, 4102, Australia
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- Institute of Regenerative and Translational Medicine, Department of Stomatology, Tianyou Hospital, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
- Australian Centre for Nanomedicine, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science, Taif University, Taif, 21944, Saudi Arabia
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science, Taif University, Taif, 21944, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Regenerative Medicine, Department of Stomatology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430060, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
- Australian Centre for Nanomedicine, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
- School of Pharmacy, University of Queensland, Woolloongabba, QLD, 4102, Australia
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Talouki PY, Tackallou SH, Shojaei S, Benisi SZ, Goodarzi V. The role of three-dimensional scaffolds based on polyglycerol sebacate/ polycaprolactone/ gelatin in the presence of Nanohydroxyapatite in promoting chondrogenic differentiation of human adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells. Biol Proced Online 2023; 25:9. [PMID: 36964481 PMCID: PMC10039520 DOI: 10.1186/s12575-023-00197-z] [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: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 03/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Tissue engineering for cartilage regeneration has made great advances in recent years, although there are still challenges to overcome. This study aimed to evaluate the chondrogenic differentiation of human adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hADSCs) on three-dimensional scaffolds based on polyglycerol sebacate (PGS) / polycaprolactone (PCL) / gelatin(Gel) in the presence of Nanohydroxyapatite (nHA). MATERIALS AND METHODS In this study, a series of nHA-nanocomposite scaffolds were fabricated using 100:0:0, 60:40:0, and 60:20:20 weight ratios of PGS to PCL: Gel copolymers through salt leaching method. The morphology and porosity of prepared samples was characterized by SEM and EDX mapping analysis. Also, the dynamic contact angle and PBS adsorption tests are used to identify the effect of copolymerization and nanoparticles on scaffolds' hydrophilicity. The hydrolytic degradation properties were also analyzed. Furthermore, cell viability and proliferation as well as cell adhesion are evaluated to find out the biocompatibility. To determine the potential ability of nHA-nanocomposite scaffolds in chondrogenic differentiation, RT-PCR assay was performed to monitor the expression of collagen II, aggrecan, and Sox9 genes as markers of cartilage differentiation. RESULTS The nanocomposites had an elastic modulus within a range of 0.71-1.30 MPa and 0.65-0.43 MPa, in dry and wet states, respectively. The PGS/PCL sample showed a water contact angle of 72.44 ± 2.2°, while the hydrophilicity significantly improved by adding HA nanoparticles. It was found from the hydrolytic degradation study that HA incorporation can accelerate the degradation rate compared with PGS and PGS/PCL samples. Furthermore, the in vitro biocompatibility tests showed significant cell attachment, proliferation, and viability of adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADMSCs). RT-PCR also indicated a significant increase in collagen II, aggrecan and Sox9 mRNA levels. CONCLUSIONS Our findings demonstrated that these nanocomposite scaffolds promote the differentiation of hADSCs into chondrocytes possibly by the increase in mRNA levels of collagen II, aggrecan, and Sox9 as markers of chondrogenic differentiation. In conclusion, the addition of PCL, Gelatin, and HA into PGS is a practical approach to adjust the general features of PGS to prepare a promising scaffold for cartilage tissue engineering.
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- Pardis Yousefi Talouki
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Central Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Central Branch, Islamic Azad University, P.O. Box 13145-784, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Central Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
- Stem Cell Research Center, Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Institute, Islamic Azad University, Central Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Central Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
- Stem Cell Research Center, Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Institute, Islamic Azad University, Central Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Applied Biotechnology Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Shakeri H, Haghbin Nazarpak M, Imani R, Tayebi L. Poly (l-lactic acid)-based modified nanofibrous membrane with dual drug release capability for GBR application. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 231:123201. [PMID: 36642362 PMCID: PMC10603761 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Revised: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Electrospun multilayer nanofibers guided bone regeneration (GBR) with a new design were developed in this study. The synthesized multilayer GBR was composed of two distinct layers. Poly l-lactic acid (PLA) incorporated with simvastatin (SIM) was designed as PLA/SIM layer to contact with a bone defect. In addition, the hydrophilic gelatin (GT) containing thymol (THY) was fabricated as GT/THY layer to contact connective tissue, potentially for bacterial gathering. Due to the different chemical nature and weak cohesion of the hydrophilic and hydrophobic layers, hybrid fibers made of PLA/SIM and GT/THY were electrospun as cohesion promoters between these layers. The microstructure and characteristics of the synthesized multilayer substrate, named GT/PLA, were evaluated, and different fibrous monolayers were fabricated to determine the optimal concentrations of drugs. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images showed continuous, smooth, randomly aligned, and bead-free fibers. In addition, there were no drug particles on the fiber surfaces which displayed the good placement of those inside the fibers. The mats exhibited satisfactory tensile strength (4.60 ± 0.14 MPa) and favorable physicochemical properties, including proper porosity percentage (<50 %) and appropriate pore size. Suitable swelling behavior (293 ± 0.05 %) and adequate degradation rates were also approved by characterizing swelling and degradability in vitro. The GT/PLA membrane exhibited a prolonged and sustained SIM release and controlled THY release with high antibacterial efficiency. Cell viability, cell attachment assay, and nuclear staining using 4',6-diamidino-2-phenylindole (DAPI) showed that the designed GT/PLA substrate had good biocompatibility and cell attachment. Cell infiltration testing also showed that the cells were finely prevented by the outer layer (GT/THY). Overall, the obtained results in this study indicated the great potential of the prepared GT/PLA for use as a GBR which can develop osteogenic and antibacterial biomimetic periosteum optimizing the clinical application of GBR strategies.
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- Haniyeh Shakeri
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Iran
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- New Technologies Research Center (NTRC), Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Iran.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Iran.
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- School of Dentistry, Marquette University, WI, United States
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Duan X, Chen HL, Guo C. Polymeric Nanofibers for Drug Delivery Applications: A Recent Review. JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE. MATERIALS IN MEDICINE 2022; 33:78. [PMID: 36462118 PMCID: PMC9719450 DOI: 10.1007/s10856-022-06700-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
Abstract
With the rapid development of biomaterials and biotechnologies, various functional materials-based drug delivery systems (DDS) are developed to overcome the limitations of traditional drug release formulations, such as uncontrollable drug concentration in target organs/tissues and unavoidable adverse reactions. Polymer nanofibers exhibit promising characteristics including easy preparation, adjustable features of wettability and elasticity, tailored surface and interface properties, and surface-to-volume ratio, and are used to develop new DDS. Different kinds of drugs can be incorporated into the polymer nanofibers. Additionally, their release kinetics can be modulated via the preparation components, component proportions, and preparation processes, enabling their applications in several fields. A timely and comprehensive summary of polymeric nanofibers for DDS is thus highly needed. This review first describes the common methods for polymer nanofiber fabrication, followed by introducing controlled techniques for drug loading into and release from polymer nanofibers. Thus, the applications of polymer nanofibers in drug delivery were summarized, particularly focusing on the relation between the physiochemical properties of polymeric nanofibers and their DDS performance. It is ended by listing future perspectives. Graphical abstract.
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- Xiaoge Duan
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530005, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530005, China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou, 215009, China.
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Godinho B, Gama N, Ferreira A. Different methods of synthesizing poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS): A review. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 10:1033827. [PMID: 36532580 PMCID: PMC9748623 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2022.1033827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 11/10/2022] [Indexed: 08/24/2023] Open
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Poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS) is a biodegradable elastomer that has attracted increasing attention as a potential material for applications in biological tissue engineering. The conventional method of synthesis, first described in 2002, is based on the polycondensation of glycerol and sebacic acid, but it is a time-consuming and energy-intensive process. In recent years, new approaches for producing PGS, PGS blends, and PGS copolymers have been reported to not only reduce the time and energy required to obtain the final material but also to adjust the properties and processability of the PGS-based materials based on the desired applications. This review compiles more than 20 years of PGS synthesis reports, reported inconsistencies, and proposed alternatives to more rapidly produce PGS polymer structures or PGS derivatives with tailor-made properties. Synthesis conditions such as temperature, reaction time, reagent ratio, atmosphere, catalysts, microwave-assisted synthesis, and PGS modifications (urethane and acrylate groups, blends, and copolymers) were revisited to present and discuss the diverse alternatives to produce and adapt PGS.
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- Bruno Godinho
- CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
- ESTGA-Águeda School of Technology and Management, Águeda, Portugal
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Oustadi F, Imani R, Haghbin Nazarpak M, Sharifi AM, McInnes SJP. Nanofiber/hydrogel composite scaffold incorporated by silicon nanoparticles for sustained delivery of osteogenic factor: in vitro study. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2022.2147176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Fereshteh Oustadi
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran
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- New Technologies Research Center, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran
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- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Research Center, and Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Orthopedics Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Tissue Engineering Group (NOCERAL), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- UniSA STEM, Mawson Lakes Campus, University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes, South Australia, Australia
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Ielo I, Calabrese G, De Luca G, Conoci S. Recent Advances in Hydroxyapatite-Based Biocomposites for Bone Tissue Regeneration in Orthopedics. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23179721. [PMID: 36077119 PMCID: PMC9456225 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23179721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 34.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Revised: 08/20/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Bone tissue is a nanocomposite consisting of an organic and inorganic matrix, in which the collagen component and the mineral phase are organized into complex and porous structures. Hydroxyapatite (HA) is the most used ceramic biomaterial since it mimics the mineral composition of the bone in vertebrates. However, this biomimetic material has poor mechanical properties, such as low tensile and compressive strength, which make it not suitable for bone tissue engineering (BTE). For this reason, HA is often used in combination with different polymers and crosslinkers in the form of composites to improve their mechanical properties and the overall performance of the implantable biomaterials developed for orthopedic applications. This review summarizes recent advances in HA-based biocomposites for bone regeneration, addressing the most widely employed inorganic matrices, the natural and synthetic polymers used as reinforcing components, and the crosslinkers added to improve the mechanical properties of the scaffolds. Besides presenting the main physical and chemical methods in tissue engineering applications, this survey shows that HA biocomposites are generally biocompatible, as per most in vitro and in vivo studies involving animal models and that the results of clinical studies on humans sometimes remain controversial. We believe this review will be helpful as introductory information for scientists studying HA materials in the biomedical field.
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- Ileana Ielo
- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale F. Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale F. Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: (G.C.); (G.D.L.)
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale F. Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: (G.C.); (G.D.L.)
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Viale F. Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
- Department of Chemistry “Giacomo Ciamician”, University of Bologna, Via Selmi 2, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- Istituto per la Microelettronica e Microsistemi, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR-IMM), Ottava Strada n.5, 95121 Catania, Italy
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Nasari M, Poursharifi N, Fakhrali A, Banitaba SN, Mohammadi S, Semnani D. Fabrication of novel PCL/PGS fibrous scaffold containing HA and GO through simultaneous electrospinning-electrospray technique. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2022.2112678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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- Mina Nasari
- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran
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Yousefi Talouki P, Tamimi R, Zamanlui Benisi S, Goodarzi V, Shojaei S, Hesami tackalou S, Samadikhah HR. Polyglycerol sebacate (PGS)-based composite and nanocomposites: properties and applications. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2022.2097681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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- Pardis Yousefi Talouki
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, Iran
- Stem cell Research Center, Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Institute, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran 13185/768, Iran
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- Applied Biotechnology Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, P.O. Box 19945-546, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, Iran
- Stem cell Research Center, Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Institute, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran 13185/768, Iran
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Anjum S, Rahman F, Pandey P, Arya DK, Alam M, Rajinikanth PS, Ao Q. Electrospun Biomimetic Nanofibrous Scaffolds: A Promising Prospect for Bone Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23169206. [PMID: 36012473 PMCID: PMC9408902 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23169206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Revised: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Skeletal-related disorders such as arthritis, bone cancer, osteosarcoma, and osteoarthritis are among the most common reasons for mortality in humans at present. Nanostructured scaffolds have been discovered to be more efficient for bone regeneration than macro/micro-sized scaffolds because they sufficiently permit cell adhesion, proliferation, and chemical transformation. Nanofibrous scaffolds mimicking artificial extracellular matrices provide a natural environment for tissue regeneration owing to their large surface area, high porosity, and appreciable drug loading capacity. Here, we review recent progress and possible future prospective electrospun nanofibrous scaffolds for bone tissue engineering. Electrospun nanofibrous scaffolds have demonstrated promising potential in bone tissue regeneration using a variety of nanomaterials. This review focused on the crucial role of electrospun nanofibrous scaffolds in biological applications, including drug/growth factor delivery to bone tissue regeneration. Natural and synthetic polymeric nanofibrous scaffolds are extensively inspected to regenerate bone tissue. We focused mainly on the significant impact of nanofibrous composite scaffolds on cell adhesion and function, and different composites of organic/inorganic nanoparticles with nanofiber scaffolds. This analysis provides an overview of nanofibrous scaffold-based bone regeneration strategies; however, the same concepts can be applied to other organ and tissue regeneration tactics.
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- Shabnam Anjum
- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Intelligent Medicine, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Zakir Husain College of Engineering & Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Vidya Vihar, Raebareli Road, Lucknow 226025, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Vidya Vihar, Raebareli Road, Lucknow 226025, India
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Vidya Vihar, Raebareli Road, Lucknow 226025, India
- Correspondence: (P.S.R.); (Q.A.)
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, School of Intelligent Medicine, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Quality Research and Control of Tissue Regenerative Biomaterial & Institute of Regulatory Science for Medical Device & National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China
- Correspondence: (P.S.R.); (Q.A.)
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Kotturi H, Lopez-Davis C, Nikfarjam S, Kedy C, Byrne M, Barot V, Khandaker M. Incorporation of Mycobacteriophage Fulbright into Polycaprolactone Electrospun Nanofiber Wound Dressing. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:1948. [PMID: 35631831 PMCID: PMC9143337 DOI: 10.3390/polym14101948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Revised: 04/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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The Genus Mycobacterium includes pathogens known to cause disease in mammals such as tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) and skin infections (M. abscessus). M. smegmatis is a model bacterium that can cause opportunistic infections in human tissues and, rarely, a respiratory disease. Due to the emergence of multidrug-resistant bacteria, phage therapy is potentially an alternative way of treating these bacterial infections. As bacteriophages are specific to their bacterial host, it ensures that the normal flora is unharmed. Fulbright is a mycobacteriophage that infects the host bacteria M. smegmatis. The main goal of this study is to incorporate Mycobacteriophage Fulbright into a polycaprolactone (PCL) nanofiber and test its antimicrobial effect against the host bacteria, M. smegmatis. Stability tests conducted over 7 days showed that the phage titer does not decrease when in contact with PCL, making it a promising vehicle for phage delivery. Antimicrobial assays showed that PCL_Fulbright effectively reduces bacterial concentration after 24 h of contact. In addition, when stored at -20 °C, the phage remains viable for up to eleven months in the fiber. Fulbright addition on the nanofibrous mats resulted in an increase in water uptake and decrease in the mechanical properties (strength and Young's modulus) of the membranes, indicating that the presence of phage Fulbright can greatly enhance the physical and mechanical properties of the PCL. Cytotoxicity assays showed that PCL_Fulbright is not cytotoxic to Balbc/3T3 mouse embryo fibroblast cell lines; thus, phage-incorporated PCL is a promising alternative to antibiotics in treating skin infections.
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- Hari Kotturi
- Department of Biology, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA; (S.N.); (C.K.); (M.B.)
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- Department of Biology, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA; (S.N.); (C.K.); (M.B.)
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- Department of Biology, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA; (S.N.); (C.K.); (M.B.)
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- Department of Biology, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA; (S.N.); (C.K.); (M.B.)
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- Department of Biology, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA; (S.N.); (C.K.); (M.B.)
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- Department of Engineering and Physics, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA;
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- Department of Engineering and Physics, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK 73034, USA;
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Rezk AI, Yeon Kim J, Su Kim B, Hee Park C, Sang Kim C. De novo dual functional 3D scaffold using computational simulation with controlled drug release. J Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 625:12-23. [PMID: 35714404 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2021] [Revised: 04/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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A novel and facile synthesis is made of cotton-like three-dimensional (3D) fibrous scaffold containing spatiotemporally defined patterns of simvastatin (SIM) optimized for angiogenesis-coupled osteogenesis. Herein, we demonstrate the 3D fiber deposition mechanism in detail during the electrospinning process via computer simulation. The 3D fibrous scaffolds were functionalized with hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (HA - NPs) to induce the biomineralization process mimicking the natural apatite layer. The morphology, physiochemical properties, biomimetic mineralization, and drug release of the as-fabricated 3D fibrous scaffolds of simvastatin-loaded poly (ɛ-caprolactone) poly (glycerol-sebacate) hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (3D - PGHS) were investigated. The effects of simvastatin on the osteogenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) and angiogenesis in human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were assessed. The results showed that the 3D - PGHS both enhanced the expression of osteogenic markers including ALP, RUNX2, and COLA1 in hMSCs, and promoted the migration and tube formation of HUVECs. This finding demonstrates the potential of 3D scaffold-loaded SIM as a putative point-of-care therapy for tightly controlled tissue regeneration.
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- Abdelrahman I Rezk
- Department of Bionanosystem Engineering, Graduate School, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; Department of Bionanotechnology and Bioconvergence Engineering, Graduate School, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bionanosystem Engineering, Graduate School, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; Department of Bionanotechnology and Bioconvergence Engineering, Graduate School, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea
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- Carbon Nano Convergence Technology Center for Next Generation Engineers (CNN), Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju City 561-756, Republic of Korea; Cellco Inc., Jeonju University, Cheonjam-ro303, Wansan-gu 55069, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Bionanotechnology and Bioconvergence Engineering, Graduate School, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; Mechanical Design Engineering, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Bionanotechnology and Bioconvergence Engineering, Graduate School, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; Mechanical Design Engineering, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea.
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Atari M, Mohammadalizadeh Z, Zargar Kharazi A, Haghjooy Javanmard S. The effect of different solvent systems on physical properties of electrospun poly(glycerol sebacate)/poly(ɛ-caprolactone) blend. POLYM-PLAST TECH MAT 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/25740881.2021.2022161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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- Mehdi Atari
- Department of Materials Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran
- Applied Physiology Research Center, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Biomaterials, Nanotechnology and Tissue Engineering, School of Advanced Medical Technology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Applied Physiology Research Center, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
- Department of Biomaterials, Nanotechnology and Tissue Engineering, School of Advanced Medical Technology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Applied Physiology Research Center, Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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Darie-Niță RN, Râpă M, Frąckowiak S. Special Features of Polyester-Based Materials for Medical Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:951. [PMID: 35267774 PMCID: PMC8912343 DOI: 10.3390/polym14050951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2022] [Revised: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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This article presents current possibilities of using polyester-based materials in hard and soft tissue engineering, wound dressings, surgical implants, vascular reconstructive surgery, ophthalmology, and other medical applications. The review summarizes the recent literature on the key features of processing methods and potential suitable combinations of polyester-based materials with improved physicochemical and biological properties that meet the specific requirements for selected medical fields. The polyester materials used in multiresistant infection prevention, including during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as aspects covering environmental concerns, current risks and limitations, and potential future directions are also addressed. Depending on the different features of polyester types, as well as their specific medical applications, it can be generally estimated that 25-50% polyesters are used in the medical field, while an increase of at least 20% has been achieved since the COVID-19 pandemic started. The remaining percentage is provided by other types of natural or synthetic polymers; i.e., 25% polyolefins in personal protection equipment (PPE).
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- Raluca Nicoleta Darie-Niță
- Physical Chemistry of Polymers Department, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, 41A Grigore Ghica Voda Alley, 700487 Iasi, Romania;
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 313 Splaiul Independentei, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Environmental Engineering, University of Science and Technology, 50-013 Wrocław, Poland;
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Huang YJ, Huang CL, Lai RY, Zhuang CH, Chiu WH, Lee KM. Microstructure and Biological Properties of Electrospun In Situ Polymerization of Polycaprolactone-Graft-Polyacrylic Acid Nanofibers and Its Composite Nanofiber Dressings. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:4246. [PMID: 34883754 PMCID: PMC8659835 DOI: 10.3390/polym13234246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2021] [Revised: 11/26/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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In this study, polycaprolactone (PCL)- and poly(acrylic acid) (PAA)-based electrospun nanofibers were prepared for the carriers of antimicrobials and designed composite nanofiber mats for chronic wound care. The PCL- and PAA-based electrospun nanofibers were prepared through in situ polymerization starting from PCL and acrylic acid (AA). Different amounts of AA were introduced to improve the hydrophilicity of the PCL electrospun nanofibers. A compatibilizer and a photoinitiator were then added to the electrospinning solution to form a grafted structure composed of PCL and PAA (PCL-g-PAA). The grafted PAA was mainly located on the surface of a PCL nanofiber. The optimization of the composition of PCL, AA, compatibilizer, and photoinitiator was studied, and the PCL-g-PAA electrospun nanofibers were characterized through scanning electron microscopy and 1H-NMR spectroscopy. Results showed that the addition of AA to PCL improved the hydrophilicity of the electrospun PCL nanofibers, and a PCL/AA ratio of 80/20 presented the best composition and had smooth nanofiber morphology. Moreover, poly[2 -(tert-butylaminoethyl) methacrylate]-grafted graphene oxide nanosheets (GO-g-PTA) functioned as an antimicrobial agent and was used as filler for PCL-g-PAA nanofibers in the preparation of composite nanofiber mats, which exerted synergistic effects promoted by the antibacterial properties of GO-g-PTA and the hydrophilicity of PCL-g-PAA electrospun nanofibers. Thus, the composite nanofiber mats had antibacterial properties and absorbed body fluids in the wound healing process, thereby promoting cell proliferation. The biodegradation of the PCL-g-PAA electrospun nanofibers also demonstrated an encouraging result of three-fold weight reduction compared to the neat PCL nanofiber. Our findings may serve as guidelines for the fabrication of electrospun nanofiber composites that can be used mats for chronic wound care.
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- Yi-Jen Huang
- Department of Fiber and Composite Materials, Feng Chia University, Taichung 40724, Taiwan; (Y.-J.H.); (R.-Y.L.); (C.-H.Z.)
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- Department of Fiber and Composite Materials, Feng Chia University, Taichung 40724, Taiwan; (Y.-J.H.); (R.-Y.L.); (C.-H.Z.)
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- Department of Fiber and Composite Materials, Feng Chia University, Taichung 40724, Taiwan; (Y.-J.H.); (R.-Y.L.); (C.-H.Z.)
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- Department of Fiber and Composite Materials, Feng Chia University, Taichung 40724, Taiwan; (Y.-J.H.); (R.-Y.L.); (C.-H.Z.)
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- Center for Green Technology, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan;
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- Center for Green Technology, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan;
- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan
- Department of Pediatrics, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taoyuan 33305, Taiwan
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Chabria Y, Duffy GP, Lowery AJ, Dwyer RM. Hydrogels: 3D Drug Delivery Systems for Nanoparticles and Extracellular Vesicles. Biomedicines 2021; 9:1694. [PMID: 34829923 PMCID: PMC8615452 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines9111694] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Revised: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Synthetic and naturally occurring nano-sized particles present versatile vehicles for the delivery of therapy in a range of clinical settings. Their small size and modifiable physicochemical properties support refinement of targeting capabilities, immune response, and therapeutic cargo, but rapid clearance from the body and limited efficacy remain a major challenge. This highlights the need for a local sustained delivery system for nanoparticles (NPs) and extracellular vesicles (EVs) at the target site that will ensure prolonged exposure, maximum efficacy and dose, and minimal toxicity. Biocompatible hydrogels loaded with therapeutic NPs/EVs hold immense promise as cell-free sustained and targeted delivery systems in a range of disease settings. These bioscaffolds ensure retention of the nano-sized particles at the target site and can also act as controlled release systems for therapeutics over a prolonged period of time. The encapsulation of stimuli sensitive components into hydrogels supports the release of the content on-demand. In this review, we highlight the prospect of the sustained and prolonged delivery of these nano-sized therapeutic entities from hydrogels for broad applications spanning tissue regeneration and cancer treatment. Further understanding of the parameters controlling the release rate of these particles and efficient transfer of cargo to target cells will be fundamental to success.
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- Yashna Chabria
- Discipline of Surgery, Lambe Institute for Translational Research, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 V4AY Galway, Ireland; (Y.C.); (A.J.L.)
- CÚRAM, The SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 W2TY Galway, Ireland;
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- CÚRAM, The SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 W2TY Galway, Ireland;
- Anatomy & Regenerative Medicine Institute, School of Medicine, College of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 TK33 Galway, Ireland
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- Discipline of Surgery, Lambe Institute for Translational Research, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 V4AY Galway, Ireland; (Y.C.); (A.J.L.)
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- Discipline of Surgery, Lambe Institute for Translational Research, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 V4AY Galway, Ireland; (Y.C.); (A.J.L.)
- CÚRAM, The SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, National University of Ireland Galway, H91 W2TY Galway, Ireland;
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Harnessing Therapeutic Potentials of Statins Using Nanofibrous Carriers. Bioinorg Chem Appl 2021; 2021:7265505. [PMID: 34764991 PMCID: PMC8577946 DOI: 10.1155/2021/7265505] [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: 08/14/2021] [Revised: 10/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Statins are a wide category of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitor drugs extensively prescribed for hypercholesterolemia. In fact, many studies showed beneficial effects of these agents on a variety of related illnesses, which include increased atherosclerotic plaque stability, decreased proliferation of vascular smooth muscle, platelet aggregation, the dampening of vascular inflammation, and also anabolic effects on bone tissue. Therefore, these drugs are considered as pleiotropic agents having different clinical applications other than those for which they were initially developed. Controlled drug delivery is an efficient way of delivery in tissue engineering. Amongst different controlled release formulations, nanofibers are a novel, alternative, widely used agent because of their unique properties. These include their sustained release of drug, a high drug-loading capacity, flexible shapes with a high surface-to-volume ratio, and superior porosity. Electrospinning is an economic and a simple method employed to produce nanofibers. In this report, studies related to statin nanofiber applications have been reviewed and their results have been summarized. Four different applications of statin nanofibers have been reported, including bone generation, endothelial stenosis and thrombosis, peripheral nerve injury, and anti-inflammatory action. Studies carried out both in vitro and in vivo showed effectiveness of statins in bone healing, aneurysm, and the healing of sciatic nerve injury. In addition, statins showed apoptosis effects and anti-inflammatory effects, with dose-dependent reduction of IL-6 and dose-independent reduction of TNF-α. Despite these promising results, validation via clinical trials is yet to be performed. The scope of statins in their pleiotropic range of actions is still not completely explored, and studies are still needed to enlighten different useful aspects of such drugs.
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Haroosh HJ, Dong Y, Jasim S, Ramakrishna S. Improvement of Drug Release and Compatibility between Hydrophilic Drugs and Hydrophobic Nanofibrous Composites. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14185344. [PMID: 34576566 PMCID: PMC8468400 DOI: 10.3390/ma14185344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2021] [Revised: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 09/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Electrospinning is a flexible polymer processing method to produce nanofibres, which can be applied in the biomedical field. The current study aims to develop new electrospun hybrid nanocomposite systems to benefit the sustained release of hydrophilic drugs with hydrophobic polymers. In particular, electrospun hybrid materials consisting of polylactic acid (PLA):poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) blends, as well as PLA:PCL/halloysite nanotubes-3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane (HNT-ASP) nanocomposites were developed in order to achieve sustained release of hydrophilic drug tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) using hydrophobic PLA:PCL nanocomposite membranes as a drug carrier. The impact of interaction between two commonly used drugs, namely TCH and indomethacin (IMC) and PLA:PCL blends on the drug release was examined. The drug release kinetics by fitting the experimental release data with five mathematical models for drug delivery were clearly demonstrated. The average nanofiber diameters were found to be significantly reduced when increasing the TCH concentration due to increasing solution electrical conductivity in contrast to the presence of IMC. The addition of both TCH and IMC drugs to PLA:PCL blends reduced the crystallinity level, glass transition temperature (Tg) and melting temperature (Tm) of PCL within the blends. The decrease in drug release and the impairment elimination for the interaction between polymer blends and drugs was accomplished by mobilising TCH into HNT-ASP for their embedding effect into PLA:PCL nanofibres. The typical characteristic was clearly identified with excellent agreement between our experimental data obtained and Ritger–Peppas model and Zeng model in drug release kinetics. The biodegradation behaviour of nanofibre membranes indicated the effective incorporation of TCH onto HNT-ASP.
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- Hazim J. Haroosh
- School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Curtin University, Perth, WA 6845, Australia;
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- School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Curtin University, Perth, WA 6845, Australia;
- Correspondence:
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- Department Biomedical Science, Murdoch University, Perth, WA 6150, Australia;
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117575, Singapore;
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A Novel Design of Tri-Layer Membrane with Controlled Delivery of Paclitaxel and Anti-Biofilm Effect for Biliary Stent Applications. NANOMATERIALS 2021; 11:nano11020486. [PMID: 33673016 PMCID: PMC7918081 DOI: 10.3390/nano11020486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2021] [Revised: 02/06/2021] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Here, we developed a novel biliary stent coating material that is composed of tri-layer membrane with dual function of sustained release of paclitaxel (PTX) anticancer drug and antibacterial effect. The advantages of using electrospinning technique were considered for the even distribution of PTX and controlled release profile from the nanofiber mat. Furthermore, film cast method was utilized to fabricate AgNPs-immobilized PU film to direct the release towards the tumor site and suppress the biofilm formation. The in vitro antibacterial test conducted against Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) and Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) bacteria species showed excellent antibacterial effect. The in vitro drug release study confirmed the sustained release of PTX from the tri-layer membrane and the release profile fitted first order with correlation coefficient of R2 = 0.98. Furthermore, the release mechanism was studied using Korsmeyer–Peppas model, revealing that the release mechanism follows Fickian diffusion. Based on the results, this novel tri-layer membrane shows curative potential in clinical development.
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Geng M, Zhang Q, Gu J, Yang J, Du H, Jia Y, Zhou X, He C. Construction of a nanofiber network within 3D printed scaffolds for vascularized bone regeneration. Biomater Sci 2021; 9:2631-2646. [DOI: 10.1039/d0bm02058c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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3D printed scaffolds with micro and nano architectures that facilitate cell growth and migration were prepared, and the scaffolds allowed deferoxamine release to accelerate bone formation.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mengru Geng
- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials; College of Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Donghua University
- Shanghai 201620
- P. R. China
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Characterization and Biodegradability of Rice Husk-Filled Polymer Composites. Polymers (Basel) 2020; 13:polym13010104. [PMID: 33383797 PMCID: PMC7795183 DOI: 10.3390/polym13010104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2020] [Revised: 12/23/2020] [Accepted: 12/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The fabrication of affordable biodegradable plastics remains a challenging issue for both the scientific community and industries as mechanical properties and biodegradability improve at the expense of the high cost of the material. Hence, the present work deals with fabrication and characterization of biodegradable polymer with 40% rice husk waste filler and 60% polymer-containing mixture of polybutylene succinate (PBS) and poly butylenes adipate-Co-terephthalate (PBAT) to achieve good mechanical properties, 92% biodegradation in six months, and competitive pricing. The challenge in incorporating high amounts of hydrophilic nature filler material into hydrophobic PBS/PBAT was addressed by adding plasticizers such as glycerol and calcium stearate. The compatibilizers such as maleic anhydride (MA) and dicumyl peroxide (DCP) was used to improve the miscibility between hydrophobic PBS/PBAT and hydrophilic filler material. The component with the formulation of 24:36:40 (PBS/PBAT/TPRH) possessed the tensile strength of 14.27 MPa, modulus of 200.43 MPa, and elongation at break of 12.99%, which was suitable for the production of molded products such as a tray, lunch box, and straw. The obtained composite polymer achieved 92% mass loss after six months of soil burial test confirming its biodegradability.
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