Mechanical characterization of brushite and hydroxyapatite cements.

abstract：:We have designed a dual-aptamer complex specific to both prostate-specific membrane antigens (PSMA) (+) and (-) prostate cancer cells. In the complex, an A10 RNA aptamer targeting PSMA (+) cells and a DUP-1 peptide aptamer specific to PSMA (-) cells were conjugated through streptavidin. Doxorubicin-loaded onto the ste...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Min K,Jo H,Song K,Cho M,Chun YS,Jon S,Kim WJ,Ban C

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pathogenesis of osteoarthritis is mediated in part by inflammatory cytokines including interleukin-1 (IL-1), which promote degradation of articular cartilage and prevent human mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) chondrogenesis. In this study, we combined gene therapy and functional tissue engineering to develop engineered...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Glass KA,Link JM,Brunger JM,Moutos FT,Gersbach CA,Guilak F

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New adjuvants and delivery strategies are needed to optimize the ability of protein-based vaccines to elicit CD8(+) T cell responses. We have developed a model vaccine formulation containing ovalbumin (OVA) and the double-stranded RNA analog poly(inosinic acid)-poly(cytidylic acid) (poly(I:C)), a TLR3 agonist. OVA and...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Heffernan MJ,Kasturi SP,Yang SC,Pulendran B,Murthy N

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pancreatic cancer is predicted to be the second leading cause of cancer-related death by 2025. The best chemotherapy only extends survival by an average of 18 weeks. The extensive fibrotic stroma surrounding the tumor curbs therapeutic options as chemotherapy drugs cannot freely penetrate the tumor. RNA interference (...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Kokkinos J,Ignacio RMC,Sharbeen G,Boyer C,Gonzales-Aloy E,Goldstein D,Australian Pancreatic Cancer Genome Initiative Apgi,McCarroll JA,Phillips PA

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of the study was to examine the effect of alkali ion release, pH control and buffer capacity on the expression of the osteoblastic phenotype. In addition we determined the importance of modifications of the surface of porous bioactive glass (BG) on the activity of rat calvaria osteoblasts in vitro. We fo...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： el-Ghannam A,Ducheyne P,Shapiro IM

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Membranes based on mechanically supported poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) hydrogels with mesh-size asymmetry were developed for potential application in biohybrid artificial organs. The pores of cellulose ester microfiltration membranes were impregnated with a PVA solution, which was lightly crosslinked with glutaraldehyde ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Dai WS,Barbari TA

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We developed a strategy to formulate supraparamagnetic iron oxides (SPIOs) in nanoparticles (NPs) of biodegradable copolymer made up of poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and d-alpha-tocopherol polyethylene glycol 1000 succinate (TPGS) for medical imaging by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of high contrast and low side effects....

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Prashant C,Dipak M,Yang CT,Chuang KH,Jun D,Feng SS

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ectopic transplantation of islets provides a beta cell-replacement approach that may allow the recovery of physiological regulation of the blood sugar level in patients with Type I diabetes (T1D). In development of new extrahepatic islet transplantation protocols in support of the islet engraftment, it is pivotal to d...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Wang X,Wang K,Zhang W,Qiang M,Luo Y

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Frequent outbreaks and the rapid global spread of infectious diseases have increased the urgent need for massive vaccination especially in countries with limited resources. Intranasal vaccination facilitates the mass vaccination via needle-free delivery of vaccine through nasal mucosal surfaces. Inspired by the strong...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Wang X,Yang D,Li S,Xu X,Qin CF,Tang R

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are many ways to influence cell activities, and biomaterials with functional groups attached is an attractive method that clearly has the ability to modulate cell behavior. The evidence is clear that biomaterials, with or without growth factors and cells, have resulted in numerous products for the regenerative m...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Ratcliffe A

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Simultaneous detection of multiple antigens by conventional immunological methods has been limited by the source of primary antibodies. Each antibody should be derived from a different host species (or subclass of immunoglobulin (Ig)) for suppressing the cross-reactions of secondary antibodies. Here we describe an inn...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Iijima M,Matsuzaki T,Yoshimoto N,Niimi T,Tanizawa K,Kuroda S

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study, in rabbit tibia, was an evaluation of the early reactions of the tissues to the insertion of polylactic membranes, used in connection with titanium implants. The specimens were retrieved after 1-4 weeks, and a histological analysis was performed. It was possible to see that, in the early implant...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Piattelli A,Scarano A,Coraggio F,Matarasso S

更新日期：1998-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Novel collagen scaffolds possessing predefined and reproducible internal channels with widths of 135 microm and greater have been produced. The process employed to make the collagen scaffold utilises a sacrificial mould, manufactured using solid freeform fabrication technology, and critical point drying technique. A c...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Sachlos E,Reis N,Ainsley C,Derby B,Czernuszka JT

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new polymeric biomaterial, which uniquely combines radio-opacity (X-ray visibility) and low thrombogenicity, is described. First, preparation, purification, and identification of the essential monomeric building block, 2-[2'-iodobenzoyl]-ethyl methacrylate (3), are outlined. Second, [Figure: See text] the synthesis ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Kruft MA,Benzina A,Blezer R,Koole LH

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Engineered nanomaterials are known to exhibit diverse and sometimes unexpected biological effects. Fullerene nanoparticles have been reported to specifically bind to and elicit persistent activation of hippocampal Ca(2+)/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II (CaMKII), a multimeric intracellular serine/threonine kinas...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Chen L,Miao Y,Chen L,Xu J,Wang X,Zhao H,Shen Y,Hu Y,Bian Y,Shen Y,Chen J,Zha Y,Wen LP,Wang M

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sub-micron particles of bioactive glass (SMBGs) with composition 85 mol% SiO(2) and 15 mol% CaO were synthesised and characterised. Bioactivity was demonstrated by the formation of calcium apatite following 5 days immersion in simulated body fluid (SBF). The effect of a 24 h exposure of SMBGs (100 μg/ml, 150 μg/ml, 20...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Labbaf S,Tsigkou O,Müller KH,Stevens MM,Porter AE,Jones JR

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe here for the first time an efficient high yield production method for clinical grade recombinant human Oncofetal Antigen/immature laminin receptor protein (OFA/iLRP). We also demonstrate significant antitumor activity for this protein when administered in liposomal delivery form in a murine model of syngen...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Barsoum AL,Liu B,Rohrer JW,Coggin JH Jr,Tucker JA,Pannell LK,Schwarzenberger PO

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An appropriate method to bind extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins and growth factors using advanced protein engineering techniques has the potential to enhance cell proliferation and differentiation for tissue regeneration and repair. In this study we developed a method to co-immobilize non-covalently an ECM protein t...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Assal Y,Mie M,Kobatake E

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retinal degenerations cause permanent visual loss and affect millions world-wide. Presently, a novel treatment highlights the potential of using biodegradable polymer scaffolds to induce differentiation and deliver retinal progenitor cells for cell replacement therapy. In this study, we engineered and analyzed a micro...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Redenti S,Neeley WL,Rompani S,Saigal S,Yang J,Klassen H,Langer R,Young MJ

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an in vitro study, we have quantitatively evaluated the capability of seven different types of silicone to retain a Staphylococcus aureus strain, isolated from a surgical wound. All the silicone specimens were taken from prostheses already used in plastic or ophthalmological surgery. Two polymers were used as contr...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Arciola CR,Cenni E,Caramazza R,Pizzoferrato A

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:pH-triggered lipid-membranes designed from biophysical principles are evaluated in the form of targeted liposomal doxorubicin with the aim to ultimately better control the growth of vascularized tumors. We compare the antitumor efficacy of anti-HER2/neu pH-triggered lipid vesicles encapsulating doxorubicin to the anti...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Bandekar A,Karve S,Chang MY,Mu Q,Rotolo J,Sofou S

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Four commercial hydroxyapatites (both natural and synthetic) were tested to assess transformations of the chemical and crystalline structure following variation of temperature from 20 to 1600 degrees C. The thermal behaviour of hydroxyapatite is relevant for biomedical applications such as plasma spraying of metallic ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Locardi B,Pazzaglia UE,Gabbi C,Profilo B

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lymph nodes (LNs) are immune organs housing high concentrations of lymphocytes, making them critical targets for therapeutic immunomodulation in a wide variety of diseases. While there is great interest in targeted drug delivery to LNs, many nanoscale drug delivery carriers have limited access to parenchymal resident ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Sestito LF,Thomas SN

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urinary incontinence can be treated by endoscopic injection of bulking agents, however, no optimal therapeutic effect has been achieved upon this treatment yet. In the present study, the development of a injectable poly(acrylonitrile) hydrogel paste is described, and its efficacy and histological behavior, once inject...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Ramseyer P,Micol LA,Engelhardt EM,Osterheld MC,Hubbell JA,Frey P

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Targeted therapy is needed for hepatitis B virus (HBV)-mediated hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) which shows overexpression of HBV surface antigen (HBsAg). We previously developed scFv15, a human single-chain antibody against HBsAg. Here we tested the strategic feasibility of scFv15-mediated delivery of apoptotic effect...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Yan B,Ouyang Q,Zhao Z,Cao F,Wang T,Jia X,Meng Y,Jiang S,Liu J,Chen R,Jia L,Zhang R,Wen W,Jin B,Chen S,Zhao J,Yang A

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chitin grafted with poly(acrylic acid) (chitin-PAA) was prepared with the aim of obtaining a hydrogel characteristic for wound dressing application. The chitin-PAA films were synthesized at various acrylic acid feed contents to investigate its effect on water sorption ability. Acrylic acid (AA) was first linked to chi...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Tanodekaew S,Prasitsilp M,Swasdison S,Thavornyutikarn B,Pothsree T,Pateepasen R

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumor-homing cytotoxic stem cell (SC) therapy is a promising new approach for treating the incurable brain cancer glioblastoma (GBM). However, problems of retaining cytotoxic SCs within the post-surgical GBM resection cavity are likely to significantly limit the clinical utility of this strategy. Here, we describe a n...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Bagó JR,Pegna GJ,Okolie O,Hingtgen SD

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The in vivo cellular microenvironment is regulated by a complex interplay of soluble factors and signaling molecules secreted by cells and it plays a critical role in the growth and development of normal and diseased tissues. In vitro systems that can recapitulate the microenvironment at the cellular level are needed ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Chandrasekaran S,Giang UB,King MR,DeLouise LA

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The successful delivery of anti-cancer drugs relies on the simultaneous capability to actively target a specific location, a sufficient lifetime in the active form in the circulation, and traceability and quantification of drug distribution via in vivo medical imaging. Herein, a highly magnetic nanocarrier (HMNC) comp...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Yang HW,Hua MY,Liu HL,Huang CY,Tsai RY,Lu YJ,Chen JY,Tang HJ,Hsien HY,Chang YS,Yen TC,Chen PY,Wei KC

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The production profile of interleukin 1 (IL-1) from mouse peritoneal macrophages (M phi) was determined following their incubation with poly(DL-lactic acid) (PDLLA) granules containing ovalbumin (OVA). Upon incubation, M phi produced IL-1 at a significantly high rate compared with those incubated with OVA in the free ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Nakaoka R,Tabata Y,Ikada Y

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00