WATER RESEARCH
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2023
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IF 12.8
Lin Zhao,Jing Zhang,Jun Ma
Although permanganate (Mn(VII)) is extensively utilized as a strong oxidizer for the purification of water, the direct reaction rates between some refractory pollutants and Mn(VII) are moderate or relatively low. In this study, we found that 2-phenyl-4,4,5,5-tetramethylimidazoline-3-oxide-1-oxyl (PTIO), could act as a redox mediator to enhance bisphenol A (BPA) degradation by Mn(VII) at pH 5.0 − 9.0, with a removal higher than 80% over 5 min. Moreover, the Mn(VII)/PTIO system is highly efficient toward a broad spectrum of contaminants. Mechanism was elucidated as following: PTIO was oxidized by Mn(VII) to PTIO + , an oxoammonium cation. As a newly generated reactive species, PTIO + could oxidize organics and be reduced to PTIOH (PTIO hydroxylamine) or PTIO simultaneously. The redox cycle of PTIO in consecutive runs as an electron shuttle proved its stability and reusability in Mn(VII) oxidation. In addition to being an electron shuttle, PTIO also acts as an activator of Mn(VII) to promote the production of MnO 2 , which plays a vital role in enhancing BPA abatement at the acidic condition. For the purpose of further understanding the interaction between PTIO and target contaminants, three corresponding degradation pathways for BPA were proposed. Notably, the transformation products of BPA coupling with PTIO were detected, indicating PTIO inhibited the self-coupling of BPA and facilitated the ring-opening pathway. In addition, the ubiquitous humic acid has a positive effect on the Mn(VII)/PTIO system, suggesting a high promise of this system for practical application.
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环境化学
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水处理
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污染物降解
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Forests
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2024
·Vol. 15
·期 2
·236
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IF 2.4
Liping Yu,Wang Cheng,Meifen Tian,Zhigang Wu,Xiaoli Wei,Xing Cheng,Mingwei Yang,Xuan Ma
The medicinal value ofP. zhennanhas been documented in traditional Chinese medicine books. The aim of this paper was to study the antioxidant activity of alcoholic extracts ofP. zhennanleavesusing 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and 2-phenyl-4,4,5,5-tetramethylimidazolineoxyl-1-oxyl-3-oxide (PTIO) radical scavenging and ferric ion reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assays. The active components of the leaves were identified via headspace solid-phase microextraction and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (HS-SPME-GC-MS). The results showed that the scavenging rate of DPPH was 94.67%with an EC50 value of 0.674 mg/mL at a concentration of 2 mg/mL. The maximum scavenging rate was 47.40% at a Trolox equivalent of 0.33 mg TE/mL for PTIO radicals. The FRAP reached 84.80% at 0.20 mg/mL concentration. The results confirmed the strong antioxidant activity of the extracts. Furthermore, 44 compounds, mostly terpenoids, obtained from the alcoholic extracts ofP. zhennanleaves were analyzed using HS-SPME-GC-MS and 15 of these compounds had a relative content exceeding 1%. The strong antioxidant activity of the alcoholic extracts ofP. zhennanleaves could be attributed to the presence of copaene (33.97%), β-caryophyllene (4.42%), δ-cadinene (11.04%), γ-muurolene (4.78%), cis-calamenene (2.02%), linalool (1.04%), α-pinene (1.46%), borneol acetate (1.5%), and γ-terpinene (0.66%). This study demonstrates the potential medicinal value of alcoholic extracts ofP. zhennanleaves.
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植物学
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药理学
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分析化学
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JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
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2017
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IF 3.154
Xican Li
Current in vitro antioxidant assays have several limitations, which frequently cause inconsistent results. The study develops a new antioxidant assay using the 2-phenyl-4,4,5,5-tetramethylimidazoline-1-oxyl 3-oxide radical (PTIO•). After the investigation of various factors, the experimental protocol was briefly recommended as follows: PTIO• and the sample solution were added to phosphate buffer (pH 7.4, 50 mM), incubated at 37 °C for 2 h, and then spectrophotometrically measured at 557 nm. The validation test based on 20 pure compounds and 30 lyophilized aqueous extracts suggested that PTIO• scavenging had a good linear relationship, stability, and reproducibility. In the ultra-performance liquid chromatography coupled with electrospray ionization quadrupole time-of-flight tandem mass spectrometry analysis, PTIO• was observed to give m/z 234 when encountering l-ascorbic acid. As an antioxidant assay, PTIO• scavenging possesses four advantages, i.e., oxygen-centered radical, physiological aqueous solution, simple and direct measurement, and less interference from the tested sample. It can also satisfactorily analyze the antioxidant structure–activity relationship. PTIO• scavenging has no stereospecificity and is at least involved in H+ transfer.
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生物化学
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分析化学
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药理学
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Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization
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2024
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IF 2.9
Zhang Zhiqi,Li Lin,Wang Xinyang,Liu Liyan
Houttuynia cordata Thunb. (H.cordata) , as a traditional Chinese medicinal herb and food, has been used to treat various diseases because of rich content in flavonoids. Here, an ultra-high performance liquid chromatography with triple quadrupole tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-TQ-MS/MS) method was proposed for the determination of flavonoids profiling in H.cordata . Single factor experiment and response surface methodology were used to optimize the pretreatment process of H.cordata samples. The optimal conditions were as follows: ultrasonic temperature: room temperature (25 °C); ultrasonic time: 5 min; solid-liquid ratio: 1:40 and concentration of ethanol: 60%. The method showed the good linearity ( r ≥ 0.9855), the satisfactory intra-day (RSD%≤10.94%) and inter-day precision (RSD% ≤ 11.2%) and low limit of quantification (< 0.01 µg/mL). The content of flavonoids in flowers and leaves was much higher than in roots and stems. The flavonoids in the leaves of H.cordata from Chongqing was the highest (9.22 mg/g), and that in the flowers of H.cordata from Hubei province was the highest (6.69 mg/g). In addition, the antioxidant activity of the extracts of H.cordata was evaluated using the scavenging effect of the extracts on five free radicals and the iron ion reducing ability. The best antioxidant activity was observed in scavenging DPPH free radicals with EC 50 value of 295.16 µg/mL. The scavenging of ABTS•+ free radicals and PTIO• free radicals was also effective with EC 50 values of 818.82 µg/mL and 685.43 685.43 µg/mL, respectively. Thus, this study will be helpful to the development and utilization of flavonoids from H.cordata in food and pharmaceutical industries.
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生药学
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分析化学
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食品科学
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药学
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Bioactive Materials
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2024
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IF 18
Qinfeng Ding,Yitong Wang,Tianyou Wang,Chengyao Zhang,Shengbing Yang,Lu Mao,Yiyun Cheng,Yiwen Li,Kaili Lin
Exploring highly efficient and cost-effective biomaterials for osteoarthritis (OA) treatment remains challenging, as current therapeutic strategies are difficult to eradicate the excessive reactive oxygen species (ROS) and nitric oxide (NO) at damaged sites. Tea polyphenol (TP) nanoparticles (NPs), a nature-inspired antioxidant in combination with 2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-4,4,5,5-tetramethylimidazoline-1-oxyl-3-oxide (carboxy-PTIO), a NO scavenger, could provide maximized positive therapeutic effects on OA by eradicating both ROS and NO. Notably, this combination not only improves the half-life of the TP monomer and the drug loading efficiency of carboxy-PTIO but also prevents nitrite from being harmful to tissue. Moreover, the protonation ability of carboxy-PTIO allows smart acid-responsive release in response to environmental pH, which provides conditioned treatment strategies for OA. In in vitro experiments, TP/PTIO NPs downregulated proinflammatory cytokine release via synergistic removal of ROS and NO and suppression of ROS/NF-κB and iNOS/NO/Caspase-3 signaling. For in vivo experiments, NPs were cross-linked with 4-arm-PEG-SH to form an injectable hydrogel system. The release of TP and carboxy-PTIO from the system efficiently prevents cartilage inflammation and damage via similar signaling pathways. Overall, the proposed system provides an efficient approach for OA therapy.
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生物材料
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纳米技术
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药理学
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骨科
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治疗学
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ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
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2024
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IF 8.3
Fanyi Guo,Jianfeng Li,Ziyu Chen,Tianxiao Wang,Ruyu Wang,Tianyao Wang,Yifeng Bian,Yifei Du,Hua Yuan,Yongchu Pan,Jianliang Jin,Huijun Jiang,Feng Han,Jiandong Jiang,Fan Wu,Yuli Wang
The excess production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) will delay tooth extraction socket (TES) healing. In this study, we developed an injectable thermosensitive hydrogel (NBP@BP@CS) used to treat TES healing. The hydrogel formulation incorporated black phosphorus (BP) nanoflakes, recognized for their accelerated alveolar bone regeneration and ROS-scavenging properties, and dl-3-n-butylphthalide (NBP), a vasodilator aimed at enhancing angiogenesis. In vivo investigations strongly demonstrated that NBP@BP@CS improved TES healing due to antioxidation and promotion of alveolar bone regeneration by BP nanoflakes. The sustained release of NBP from the hydrogel promoted neovascularization and vascular remodeling. Our results demonstrated that the designed thermosensitive hydrogel provided great opportunity not only for ROS elimination but also for the promotion of osteogenesis and angiogenesis, reflecting the “three birds with one stone” concept, and has tremendous potential for rapid TES healing.
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口腔医学
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生物材料学
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组织工程学
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ChemNanoMat
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2025
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IF 2.6
Mingjun Tang,Min Ling,Wenjing Ma,Wenqian Sheng,Wenjun Yan
Microemulsions are extensively utilized in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics due to their superior solubilizing capacity and protective capabilities. However, a longstanding critical issue with microemulsions is the quantitative relationship between the HLB value and the physicochemical properties. Herein, to quantify the effect of the HLB value on microemulsions, Juniperus chinensis Roxb. essential oil (CEO) microemulsions were fabricated. It is certified that HLB values between 8.5 and 11.5 correspond to the smallest biphasic regions, while values between 9.5 and 13.5 correspond to the largest monophasic regions. Besides, the phase evolution from lamellar structures to microemulsions was monitored by the Small-Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) patterns. The physicochemical properties of the resulting emulsions, e.g., polydispersity indices (PDI), zeta potential, thermal stability, viscosity, and conductivity, were also investigated. The quantification of the effect of the HLB value on the formation of microemulsions will provide significant quantitative and theoretical guidance to researchers and industry professionals.
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药剂学
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食品科学
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化妆品科学
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MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
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2024
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IF 4.9
Wenjing Ma,Mingjun Tang,Siying Li,Yongqun Ma,Min Ling,Wenqian Sheng
This study explored the extraction of polyphenols from Juniperus chinensis Roxb. using natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES), emphasizing the role of hydrogen bonding strength in enhancing extraction efficiency. Choline chloride-fructose emerged as the most effective NADES after evaluating the correlation between hydroxyl stretching vibrations and polyphenol yield. Using the response surface methodology, the optimal extraction process (liquid to solid ratio 50.6 mL/g, extraction temperature 41.1 °C, extraction time 29.8 min, ultrasonic time 14.9 min) was determined to have a yield of 27.90 ± 0.14 mg/g, more than double that of water extraction. Choline chloride-fructose showed a more pronounced disruptive effect on plant powders. Additionally, compared to water extracts, the extracts using choline chloride-fructose exhibited higher antioxidant potential and quercitrin content. Overall, this study explores the correlation between hydrogen bond strength and extraction yield, while optimizing a green and efficient alternative process for polyphenol extraction from plants. These findings align with green chemistry principles, contributing to the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly extraction methods.
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植物化学
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食品科学
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绿色化学
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2024
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IF 13.3
Bin Cheng,Jie Zhou,Xu Wang,Zihan He,Zhengyi Xu,Jian Wang,Junyu Chen,Zhou Zhu,Weifeng Zhao,Qianbing Wan,Xibo Pei
Diabetic wound healing poses a significant challenge in the biomedical domain. Inadequate angiogenesis and fibroblast dysfunction are two primary characteristics of diabetic microenvironment. Fibroblast dysfunction is characterized by excessive accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and fragmented mitochondria. Herein, we developed a microenvironment responsive zinc–gallic acid nanosheets (ZnGA NSs) for diabetic wound healing, which slowly release Zn 2+ and gallic acid (GA) in response to low pH and excessive ROS. The released Zn 2+ enhanced cell proliferation, migration, and endothelial tube formation. And the released GA activated antioxidant enzyme system via the KEAP1/NRF2 pathway and promoted mitochondrial fusion by upregulating MFN1/2 and OPA1, which ultimately reprograms dysfunctional fibroblast. The application of ZnGA NSs effectively facilitated wound healing in a rat diabetic model with full-thickness cutaneous defects. More importantly, skin wounds treated with ZnGA NSs exhibited enhanced angiogenesis, alleviated inflammation, and improved tissue regeneration. These findings highlight the potential of ZnGA NSs as a promising therapeutic modality for diabetic wound treatment.
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生物医学工程
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材料科学
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药学
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伤口愈合
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糖尿病研究
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ACS Nano
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2025
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IF 16
Zhang Liu,Zile Shen,Hengli Lu,Bingqiang Lu,Peng Zhang,Wenhao Chen,Guowei Huang,Xinyu Qu,Zhen Yu,Feng Chen,Wangfu Zang
Sarcopenia, a progressive skeletal muscle disorder marked by loss of mass and function, presents growing societal challenges due to limited therapeutic options. Here, we identify mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress as central drivers of sarcopenia through integrated bioinformatics and clinical validation. To address this pathophysiology, we engineer a muscle-targeted nanocomposite (BP-PEG-MOTS-c, BM) combining mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c with antioxidant black phosphorus nanosheets (BP). BM exhibits dual functionality: MOTS-c restores mitochondrial function, while BP synergistically amplifies ROS scavenging capacity. In cellular and murine models with age-related sarcopenia, BM treatment alleviates muscle dysfunction and muscle loss, concurrently normalizing mitochondrial function and reducing lipid peroxidation. Mechanistic profiling via RNA-seq reveals BM’s activation of PI3K/AKT/Nrf2 and suppression of ROS/p38 MAPK signaling pathway, mediating antioxidant responses and maintenance of mitochondrial homeostasis. The nanocomposite demonstrats superior biocompatibility in toxicity assays, outperforming conventional delivery systems. Our findings establish that BM has been established as a promising mitochondrial redox modulator with translational potential for sarcopenia and related age-associated pathologies.
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老年学
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纳米医学
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肌肉生物学
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氧化还原生物学
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代谢紊乱
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CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
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2025
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IF 3.7
Zhibin Ren,Xiaoying Liu,Guanghao Lv,Xiaiting Wang,Jingli Wang,Wei Wu,Xingyi Li,Jiaqing Wang
Graphical The conjugation of a polyphenolic antioxidant with a small peptide generates a self-assembled nanodrug, which suppresses ocular inflammation by attenuating oxidative stress in mitochondria after escaping from lysosome. As an investigation of anti-inflammation by the mitochondrial localization of antioxidant, this work establishes a foundation by regulating cellular redox balance for developing drug delivery systems in the treatment of ocular disorders. External environments ( e. g ., pollutants, irritants, ultraviolet radiation, etc ) probably activate oxidative stress on the ocular surface, further leading to inflammatory responses and cellular apoptosis. For treating ophthalmic diseases, one of the strategies is to regulate oxidative stress through antioxidants. Here we conjugate a polyphenolic antioxidant drug ( i. e ., caffeic acid) with a small peptide of protein tag to generate a peptide-drug conjugate as a nanodrug. With a self-assembled ability to form nanoparticles, the nanodrug mainly enters human corneal epithelial cells (HCEC) by caveolin-mediated endocytosis, succeeds lysosomal escape, and achieves mitochondrial localization of caffeic acid. Revealed by free radical scavenging experiments, the nanodrug shows considerable antioxidant capacities. In mouse leukemia cells of monocyte macrophage (RAW 264.7) induced by lipopolysaccharide (LPS), the nanodrug inhibits various pro-inflammatory cytokines ( e. g ., NO, IL-6, and TNF-α) by up-regulating the expression of anti-apoptotic protein ( e. g ., Bcl-2). As an investigation of alleviating oxidative stress by the mitochondrial localization of antioxidant, this work may establish an experimental foundation for the regulation of cellular redox balance, as well as provide different insights for the clinical development of antioxidant drug delivery systems in the treatment of ocular disease.
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药理学
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眼科
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Advanced Healthcare Materials
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2024
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IF 10
Zhiqing Liu,Tianlong Wang,Lei Zhang,Yiping Luo,Jinhui Zhao,Yixing Chen,Yao Wang,Wentao Cao,Xinyu Zhao,Bingqiang Lu,Feng Chen,Zifei Zhou,Longpo Zheng
The limited regulation strategies of the regeneration microenvironment significantly hinder bone defect repair effectiveness. One potential solution is using biomaterials capable of releasing bioactive ions and biomolecules. However, most existing biomaterials lack real-time control features, failing to meet high regulation requirements. Herein, a new Strontium (Sr) and epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) based metal–phenolic network with polydopamine (PMPNs) modification is prepared. This material reinforces a biomimetic scaffold made of extracellular matrix (ECM) and hydroxyapatite nanowires (nHAW). The PMPNs@ECM/nHAW scaffold demonstrates exceptional scavenging of free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS), promoting HUVECs cell migration and angiogenesis, inducing stem cell osteogenic differentiation, and displaying high biocompatibility. Additionally, the PMPNs exhibit excellent photothermal properties, further enhancing the scaffold's bioactivities. In vivo studies confirm that PMPNs@ECM/nHAW with near-infrared (NIR) stimulation significantly promotes angiogenesis and osteogenesis, effectively regulating the microenvironment and facilitating bone tissue repair. This research not only provides a biomimetic scaffold for bone regeneration but also introduces a novel strategy for designing advanced biomaterials. The combination of real-time photothermal intervention and long-term chemical intervention, achieved through the release of bioactive molecules/ions, represents a promising direction for future biomaterial development.
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生物材料
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组织工程
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骨再生
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光热疗法
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血管生成
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成骨
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生物相容性
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