Analysis of MRI images of a silicone elastomer under different axial loading conditions.

abstract：:Breast cancer cells (BCC) and macrophages are known to interact via epidermal growth factor (EGF) produced by macrophages and colony stimulating factor-1 (CSF-1) produced by BCC. Despite contradictory findings, this interaction is perceived as a paracrine loop. Further, the underlying mechanism of interaction remains ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Onal S,Turker-Burhan M,Bati-Ayaz G,Yanik H,Pesen-Okvur D

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Current advances in skin tissue engineering and wound healing augur well for the development of split or full thickness skin substitutes to recapitulating the native functional skin. These engineered skin substitutes have fared successfully in recent years with exploration of various emerging technologies. As a result...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Chouhan D,Dey N,Bhardwaj N,Mandal BB

更新日期：2019-09-01 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：:Synthetic polymer scaffold seeded with autologous cells have a clinical translational potential. A rational design oriented to clinical applications must ensure an efficient mass transfer of nutrients as a function of specific metabolic rates, especially for precariously vascularized tissues grown in vitro or integrat...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Curcio E,Piscioneri A,Morelli S,Salerno S,Macchiarini P,De Bartolo L

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angiogenesis is a complex multistage process involving multiple factors and numerous cells. The use of the Chorioallantoic Membrane (CAM) assay is well documented as a method to investigate angiogenesis. This technique is ideal for screening samples, but requires an objective analysis technique. The angiogenic respons...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Oates M,Chen R,Duncan M,Hunt JA

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tissue engineering generally utilizes natural or synthetic scaffolds to repair or replace damaged tissues. However, due to the lack of guidance of biological signals, most of the implanted scaffolds have always suffered from poor in vivo cellularization. Herein, we demonstrate a bio-orthogonal reaction-based strategy ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Mao D,Zhang C,Kenry,Liu J,Wang X,Li B,Yan H,Hu F,Kong D,Wang Z,Liu B

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Culture of seeded osteoblastic cells in three-dimensional osteoconductive scaffolds in vitro is a promising approach to produce an osteoinductive material for repair of bone defects. However, culture of cells in scaffolds sufficiently large to bridge critical-sized defects is a challenge for tissue engineers. Diffusio...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Goldstein AS,Juarez TM,Helmke CD,Gustin MC,Mikos AG

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Theranostic nanoagents which integrate diagnostic and therapeutic moieties into a single platform have attracted broad attention in cancer therapy, however the development of more effective and less toxic diagnostic and therapeutic interventions is still of great urgency. Herein, novel core-shell PB@MIL-100(Fe) dual m...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Wang D,Zhou J,Chen R,Shi R,Zhao G,Xia G,Li R,Liu Z,Tian J,Wang H,Guo Z,Wang H,Chen Q

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lingo-1 is selectively expressed on both oligodendrocytes and neurons in the central nervous system (CNS) and serves as a key negative regulator of nerve regeneration, implying a therapeutic target for spinal cord injury (SCI). Here we described a strategy to knock-down Lingo-1 expression in vivo using lentiviral vect...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Wu HF,Cen JS,Zhong Q,Chen L,Wang J,Deng DY,Wan Y

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Here we document the complete process of bioresorption and bone replacement of rods made of forged composites of unsintered hydroxyapatite particles/poly l-lactide (F-u-HA/PLLA) implanted in the femoral medullary cavities of rabbits. Bioresorption, osteoconductive bioactivity and bone replacement were compared in thre...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Shikinami Y,Matsusue Y,Nakamura T

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Current approaches for topical vaginal administration of nanoparticles result in poor retention and extensive leakage. To overcome these challenges, we developed a nanoparticle-releasing nanofiber delivery platform and evaluated its ability to improve nanoparticle retention in a murine model. We individually tailored ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Krogstad EA,Ramanathan R,Nhan C,Kraft JC,Blakney AK,Cao S,Ho RJY,Woodrow KA

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Brain tissue inflammatory responses, including neuronal loss and gliosis at the neural electrode/tissue interface, limit the recording stability and longevity of neural probes. The neural adhesion molecule L1 specifically promotes neurite outgrowth and neuronal survival. In this study, we covalently immobilized L1 on ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Azemi E,Lagenaur CF,Cui XT

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because tissues are characterized by a well-defined three-dimensional arrangement of cells, tissue engineering scaffolds that facilitate the organization and differentiation of new tissue will have improved performance in comparison to scaffolds that only provide surfaces for cell attachment and growth. We hypothesize...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Koegler WS,Griffith LG

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extracellular matrix (ECM) based biomaterials have an established place as medical devices for wound healing and tissue regeneration. In the search for biomaterials we have identified ovine forestomach matrix (OFM), a thick, large format ECM which is biochemically diverse and biologically functional. OFM was purified ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Lun S,Irvine SM,Johnson KD,Fisher NJ,Floden EW,Negron L,Dempsey SG,McLaughlin RJ,Vasudevamurthy M,Ward BR,May BC

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is great interest for developing poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) based particles for targeted delivery and controlled release of encapsulated biological molecules. These PLGA particles can be used to deliver proteins, small molecule drugs and nucleotides. Furthermore, it has been shown that the co-encapsulatio...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Acharya AP,Lewis JS,Keselowsky BG

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A series of latex particles, having different sizes and surface structures, were prepared and the dependence of phagocytosis of latex particles by leucocytes on the particle size and surface potential was investigated by measuring the oxygen consumption of leucocytes. Most of the phagocytic behaviour in the initial st...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Kawaguchi H,Koiwai N,Ohtsuka Y,Miyamoto M,Sasakawa S

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dexamethasone, a steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, was incorporated into porous biodegradable polymer scaffolds for sustained release. The slowly released dexamethasone from the degrading scaffolds was hypothesized to locally modulate the proliferation and differentiation of various cells. Dexamethasone containing por...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Yoon JJ,Kim JH,Park TG

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A UV-hardening lacquer material based on polyurethane, used in Philips compact disc lens systems, was tested as suitable material for low-cost intraocular lenses (IOLs). A slightly changed composition (code number I-0.5A) came out as the best and was subsequently tested, with reference to poly(methyl methacrylate) (PM...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Jongebloed WL,van der Veen G,Kalicharan D,van Andel MV,Bartman G,Worst JG

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to investigate the chemical influence of chemo-mechanical caries removal (CMCR) on surface topography of dental ceramic materials. Thirty samples of three different types of ceramics (Vita Omega, Vita Alpha, and Procera AllTitan) were manufactured and used. With an optical profilometer, d...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Arvidsson A,Milleding P,Wennerberg A

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The interactions of two insoluble anticoagulant polystyrene derivatives with human platelets were studied in an in vitro system similar to a chromatography column. Blood was pumped through the column and platelets were counted before and after passage through the column. Interaction of platelets with the beads led to ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Fougnot C,Lindon J,Kirshner L,Salzman EW,Jozefowicz M

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have synthesized and characterized a novel peptide fluorosurfactant polymer (PFSP) modification that facilitates the adhesion and growth of endothelial cells on expanded polytetrafluoroetheylene (ePTFE) vascular graft material. This PFSP consists of a poly(vinyl amine) (PVAm) backbone with integrin binding Arg-Gly-...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Larsen CC,Kligman F,Kottke-Marchant K,Marchant RE

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The suitability of chitosan-based hydrogels as scaffolds for the encapsulation of intervertebral disc (IVD) cells and the accumulation of a functional extracellular matrix mimicking that of the nucleus pulposus (NP) was investigated. The specific hypothesis under study was that the cationic chitosan would form an idea...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Roughley P,Hoemann C,DesRosiers E,Mwale F,Antoniou J,Alini M

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcium phosphates (CaP) and phosphate-based glass (P-glass, xCaO-(0.55-x) Na(2)O-0.45P(2)O(5) composition) composite coatings were obtained on a strong ZrO(2) to improve biocompatibility, the mechanical strength and biological activity. Hydroxyapatite (HA) and P-glass mixed powder slurries were coated on the ZrO(2) s...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Kim HW,Georgiou G,Knowles JC,Koh YH,Kim HE

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In contractile tissues such as myocardium, functional properties are directly related to the cellular orientation and elongation. Thus, tissue engineering of functional cardiac patches critically depends on our understanding of the interaction between multiple guidance cues such as topographical, adhesive or electrica...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Au HT,Cheng I,Chowdhury MF,Radisic M

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have investigated the interface between bone and hydroxyapatite (HA) chronically implanted in man. By light microscopy, HA appeared to bind directly to bone without intervening fibrous tissue. By transmission electron microscopy, two patterns were noted: (1) HA either bound directly to bone; or (2) electron-dense m...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Oguchi H,Ishikawa K,Mizoue K,Seto K,Eguchi G

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient-derived tumor organoids offer potentially useful models of cancer tissue physiology. Yet, conventional organoid cultures utilize generic matrices that are difficult to tailor for various unique tumor microenvironments. Here, we employ synthetic, enzymatically crosslinked hydrogels to define mechanical and bioc...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Ng S,Tan WJ,Pek MMX,Tan MH,Kurisawa M

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The application of non-viral gene delivery vectors is often accompanied with the poor correlation between transfection efficiency and the safety profiles of vectors. Vectors with high transfection efficiencies often suffer from high toxicities, making it unlikely to improve their efficiencies by increasing the DNA dos...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Zheng N,Yin L,Song Z,Ma L,Tang H,Gabrielson NP,Lu H,Cheng J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Very elastic poly(L-lactide-co-epsilon-caprolactone) (PLCL) (50:50) copolymer blended with gelatin was electrospun into microfibers from a hexafluoroisopropanol solution. PLCL fiber sheet exhibited the unique soft and flexible behavior while gelatin fiber was hard and brittle. As the gelatin content of PLCL/gelatin fi...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Lee J,Tae G,Kim YH,Park IS,Kim SH,Kim SH

更新日期：2008-04-01 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：:Tissue-engineering technology employing genetically-modified mesenchymal stem cells combined with proper scaffolds represents a promising strategy for bone regeneration. Elucidating the underlying mechanisms that govern the osteogenesis of mesenchymal stem cells will give deeper insights into the regulatory patterns, ...

journal_title：Biomaterials

authors： Xie Q,Wang Z,Zhou H,Yu Z,Huang Y,Sun H,Bi X,Wang Y,Shi W,Gu P,Fan X

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00