RSC Advances
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2016
·Vol. 6
·期 107
·105442-105448
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IF 3.289
Yue Cao,Yan Li,Yin Wu,Wenliang Li,Chunlei Yu,Yanxin Huang,Luguo Sun,Yongli Bao,Yuxin Li
Co-Encapsulated angiostatin (AS) and curcumin (Cur) in poly(ethylene glycol)-b-poly(ε-caprolactone) polymersomes (PEG–PCL-PMs) were prepared by film hydration method. The size and zeta potential of the prepared PEG–PCL-PMs were about 153 nm and −0.22 mV, respectively. Transmission electron microscopy was employed to confirm the polymersomal structure of PEG–PCL-PMs. In vitro drug release profiles showed a sustained release of angiostatin and curcumin from the dual-drug loaded polymersomes under physiological conditions (pH 7.4). In addition, confocal laser scanning microscopy and flow cytometry showed that drug-loaded polymersomes were delivered efficiently into the cytoplasm and nuclei of human microvascular endothelial cell line (HMEC-1) and then released active drugs in cells. Dual drug-loaded polymersomes (AS–Cur-PMs) remarkably inhibited proliferation and migration of HMEC-1 cells compared to those treated with the single drug. The chick chorioallantoic membrane assay showed that AS–Cur-PMs inhibited vessel sprouting in the chicken chorioallantoic membrane. Our data demonstrates a synergistic effect of angiostatin and curcumin in inhibiting angiogenesis, both in vitro and in vivo.
研究领域:
药学
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生物医学工程
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细胞生物学
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药物递送系统
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血管生成研究
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Journal of Materials Chemistry B
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2019
·Vol. 7
·期 25
·4017-4029
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IF 5.047
Shuaibing Jiang,Jingxian Wu,Yingjie Hang,Qi Liu,Dan Li,Hong Chen,John L. Brash
Glycosaminoglycans (GAG) play a vital role in the regulation of various cellular functions through their interactions with key proteins involved in cell signaling and can be useful as bioactive agents in the design of biomaterials. However available “natural” GAG that might be used for this purpose suffer a number of drawbacks including structural heterogeneity and the presence of impurities. Alternatively, GAG-mimicking polymers have shown promise for the modification of biomaterials to support the behavior and function of adherent cells. In the study reported herein, a series of glycopolymers of tailored structure were synthesized using a novel “unit-recombination” strategy. These were intended as surface modifiers for the promotion of surface endothelialization. Two key structural units, sulfonate and saccharide, from the building blocks of GAG, were “recombined” to give GAG analogues by copolymerization of sodium 4-vinylbenzenesulfonate (as the sulfonate unit) and 2-methacrylamido glucopyranose (as the saccharide unit). The composition and molecular weight of the copolymers were adjusted to obtain maximum endothelial cell (EC) proliferation. The glycopolymer with sulfonate and saccharide units in a ratio of approximately 1.0 and a molecular weight of 9.8 kDa was found to be optimal. Interestingly, the data emphasized the key role of saccharide units in GAG bioactivity, rather than the commonly believed decisive role of sulfonate units. The optimized glycopolymer was incorporated into fibrous polycaprolactone (PCL) materials by coaxial electrospinning. These materials showed controlled release of the GAG-mimicking polymers over prolonged periods. The proliferation, migration and function of EC on the glycopolymer-modified PCL fiber mats were greatly improved compared to those on unmodified PCL mats. A likely mechanism underlying these improvements is that the glycopolymers significantly enhance the binding of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) to their receptors on the cell membrane. These findings demonstrate that these structurally-tailored glycopolymers modulate the functions of EC adherent to materials and may be effective as modifiers for the promotion of endothelialization of blood-contacting implants.
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生物材料
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组织工程
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细胞生物学
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聚合物化学
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RSC Advances
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2016
·Vol. 6
·期 66
·61630-61640
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IF 3.289
Lei Li,Beibei Lu,Qikui Fan,Jianning Wu,Lulu Wei,Jun Hou,Xuhong Guo,Zhiyong Liu
In this work, well-defined amphiphilic polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) star-shaped inorganic/organic hybrid block copolymers with poly(ε-caprolactone)-poly(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl methacrylate)-co-poly(ethylene glycol) methacrylate (POSS-PCL-P(DMAEMA-co-PEGMA))16 were synthesized with different PCL segments via thiol-ene click reaction, ring opening polymerization (ROP) and atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP), which were confirmed by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR), gel permeation chromatography (GPC), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). Subsequently, the polymers could self-assemble into micelles in aqueous solution, which were investigated by dynamic light scattering (DLS), ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-vis) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The pH-responsive self-assembly behavior of these triblock copolymers in water was investigated at different pH values of 5.0 and 7.4 for controlled doxorubicin release; the results indicated that the release rate of DOX could be effectively controlled by altering the pH and the release of drug loading efficiency (DLE) was up to 82% (w/w). Furthermore, CCK-8 assays and confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) against HeLa cells indicated that the micelles had no associated cytotoxicity, possessed good biodegradability and biocompatibility, and identified the location of the DOX in HeLa cells. The DOX-loaded micelles could easily enter the cells and produce the desired pharmacological action, and minimize the side effects of free DOX. Moreover, these flexible micelles with on-off switched drug release may offer a promising method to deliver a wide variety of hydrophobic payloads to tumor cells for cancer therapy.
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高分子科学
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纳米技术
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药学
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生物医学工程
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材料科学
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Nano Research
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2024
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IF 9.5
Wang Aoao,Ma Xinbo,Yang Yafeng,Shi Guoliang,Han Liwei,Hu Xiantong,Shi Rui,Yan Jun,Guo Quanyi,Zhao Yantao
The initial healing stages of bone fracture is a complex physiological process involving a series of spatially and temporally overlapping events, including pathogen clearance, immunological modulation, and osteogenesis. In this study, we have developed a piezoelectric and aligned nanofibrous scaffold composed of ZnO@PCL/PVDF with multiple antibacterial, immunomodulatory, and osteogenic effects using electrospinning technology. This scaffold’s piezoelectric signal output under ultrasound (US) control can be similar to the physiological electrical signals of healthy bone tissue, creating a truly biomimetic electrical microenvironment in the bone defect. In vitro studies have shown that ZnO@PCL/PVDF scaffold significantly enhances the proliferation, migration, and osteogenic differentiation of MC3T3-E1 cells under piezoelectric drive provided by ultrasound. Furthermore, the scaffold exhibits inhibitory effects on the growth of E. coli and S. aureus , as well as the ability to induce M2 macrophage polarization, indicating potent antibacterial and immunomodulatory properties. In vivo experiments demonstrated that the ZnO@PCL/PVDF scaffold can accelerate the repair of mandibular defects in rats, effectively inhibit bacterial colonization, and reduce inflammatory responses. Altogether, this study confirms that the newly developed ZnO@PCL/PVDF scaffold effectively promotes bone repair by truly mimicking the endogenous electrical microenvironment and precisely regulating the temporospatial disorders of initial bone healing, thus providing a simple and effective solution for bone defects.
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生物医学工程
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材料科学
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再生医学
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生物材料
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骨科
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
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2024
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IF 7.7
Zhiyuan Chen,Yingying Zhang,Xiuyuan Feng,Xiaoci Cui,Huining Xiao,Anquan Yang,Minxie,Ranhua Xiong,Weixia Cheng,Chaobo Huang
In our latest research endeavor, we are proud to present an innovative approach to the synthesis of carbon dots (CDs) derived from the biomass xylan, which we have termed P-CDs. These P-CDs are meticulously integrated with a state-of-the-art biomass nanofiber membrane composed of polycaprolactone (PCL) and polylactic acid (PLA), resulting in the creation of a novel solid-state fluorescent sensor, designated as NFP-CDs. This cutting-edge sensor has been meticulously engineered for the highly sensitive and specific detection of nitrite ions (NO 2 − ), a critical parameter in various fields. The NFP-CDs sensor stands out for its user-friendly design, cost-effective production, and portable nature, making it an ideal choice for rapid and visible nitrite ion detection. It exhibits an extraordinary response time of less than 1 s, which is a testament to its high sensitivity. Furthermore, the sensor demonstrates exceptional selectivity and specificity, with a remarkably low detection threshold of 0.36 μM. This is achieved through a sophisticated dual detection mechanism that synergistically combines colorimetric and spectral analyses, ensuring accurate and reliable results. In addition to its impressive technical specifications, the NFP-CDs sensor has been rigorously tested and validated for its efficacy in detecting nitrite ions in real-world samples. These samples include a diverse range of food products such as rock sugar, preserved mustard, kimchi, and canned fish. The sensor has demonstrated a remarkable recovery rate, which varies from 99 % to 106 %, highlighting its potential for practical application in nitrite ion detection. This research not only offers a robust and effective strategy for the detection of nitrite ions but also carries profound implications for enhancing food safety and bolstering environmental monitoring efforts. The development of the NFP-CDs sensor represents a significant step forward in the field of sensor technology, providing a powerful tool for the detection of nitrite ions and contributing to the broader goals of public health and environmental stewardship.
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材料科学
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分析化学
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食品安全
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环境监测
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传感器技术
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ACS Applied Bio Materials
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2019
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IF 0
Xiang Li,Hua-Mo Yin,En Luo,Songsong Zhu,Peng Wang,Zhen Zhang,Gui-Qing Liao,Jia-Zhuang Xu,Zhong-Ming Li,Ji-Hua Li
Although artificial polymeric scaffolds act as vital characters in bone repair, their application is limited due to their inferior bioactivity. Herein, osteoinductive poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) composite scaffolds were prepared by synchronously enlisting bioactive nanohydroxyapatite (nHA), bioglass (BG), and bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2), which was bound up with polydopamine (pDA). It was found that pDA deposition not only significantly enhanced hydrophilicity and cell affinity of composite scaffolds but also endowed steady immobilization of BMP-2 with long-term yet sustained release. Compared to pure PCL and PCL/nHA/BG (PHB) scaffolds, the designed PHB-pDA-BMP-2 scaffolds significantly induced the differentiation of bone marrow stromal cells toward an osteogenic lineage. Meanwhile, in vivo examinations revealed the prominent osteogenic capability of PHB-pDA-BMP-2 scaffolds, which enabled complete bone healing of calvarial bone defects in rabbits by 12 weeks. This finding indicates that the developed porous composite scaffolds hold great potential for bone regeneration.
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组织工程
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生物材料
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再生医学
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骨科
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COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
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2025
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IF 5.4
Chong Wang,Rong-Chao Xue,Ze-Zhong Lin,Xing-Ping Zhang,Pei-Yao Chen,Yu Chen,Hai-Chao Li
Flexible plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PPVC) is widely used in medical devices; however, achieving persistent antibiofouling functionality after significant mechanical deformation and long-term water exposure remains a critical challenge. In this work, we introduce amphiphilic heterografted multi-arm star copolymers, polyethylenimine (PEI) cores functionalized with polyethylene glycol (PEG) and poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) arms (denoted as PEI-g-PEG-PCLs), as multifunctional additives for modifying PPVC. Dynamic light scattering (DLS) and optical transmittance measurements confirmed the formation of PEI-g-PEG-PCL micelles within the PPVC matrix. The incorporation of PEI-g-PEG-PCLs improved not only the mechanical and thermal properties of PPVC but also its surface hydrophilicity. The resulting composites demonstrated exceptional resistance to biofouling, reducing protein adsorption by 96.2–97.3 % for bovine serum albumin and 98.0–99.8 % for lysozyme, and lowering bacterial adhesion rates to 11 % for Escherichia coli and 19 % for Staphylococcus aureus. Furthermore, platelet adhesion and hemolysis assays confirmed the biocompatibility of the PEI-g-PEG-PCL/PPVC composites. Notably, even after undergoing three cycles of 50 % strain, the optimal PEI-g-PEG-PCL/PPVC composite retained over 91 % of its initial anti-protein fouling performance. Long-term immersion in physiological conditions (28 days) further demonstrated its durability, with more than 92 % of the original antifouling efficacy maintained. The multi-arm star topology accompanied with the long PCL arm is proposed to resolve the “entanglement–migration paradox” commonly encountered in linear or less branched polymer additives. This study presents a molecular engineering strategy for developing durable antibiofouling polymers capable of withstanding both mechanical stress and prolonged aqueous exposure in medical applications.
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高分子科学
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生物医学工程
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材料科学
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抗污材料
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医疗器械
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ADVANCED MATERIALS
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2025
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IF 26.8
Haiming Chen,Chengyi Huang,Kai Lu,Yanzi Gao,Jingling Yan,Zhen Wang
Ionogels with favorable mechanical robustness, high conductivity, and excellent resistance to tear and fatigue are crucial for portable energy devices and/or flexible electronics. However, the intrinsic plasticizing effect and network dilution caused by ionic liquids (IL) compromise their mechanical robustness. Herein, a confinement-locking strategy is developed to produce mechanically robust and fatigue-resistant phase-separate ionogels. First, a portion of soft segments is confined within the hard domains to buffer stress and facilitate hydrogen bonding (H-bonding) assemblies reorganization. Second, the IL are confined within soft phases, which eliminates the interference with hard segments and consequently enhances the stability of H-bonding networks. The synergistic effects of robust H-bonding networks, extensive supramolecular interactions between soft segments (polycaprolactone, PCL) and IL, strain-induced crystallization of PCL, and stress-damping by confined soft segments endow the ionogel with an exceptional combination of tensile strength (∼45.4 MPa), fracture toughness (256.1 MJ·m − 3 ), elongation at break (1576.6%), elastic recovery (>91%), ionic conductivity (1.04 mS·cm −1 ), tear strength (∼108.1 kJ·m − 2 ), and a record-high fatigue threshold (8796 J·m − 2 ), enabling the ionogel with great potential in perceptive artificial ligaments.
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材料科学
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柔性电子学
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高分子物理
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储能技术
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柔性电子
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2025
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IF 13.2
Han Zhang,Shuqing Chen,Guodong Zhang,Yongbin Wang,Zichen Cui,Fei Chen,Yukun Du,Guanghui Gu,Tianyu Bai,Changlin Lv,Wenkang Yang,Shiqi Xu,Jianwei Guo,Weiqing Kong,Yongming Xi
Addressing the clinical challenge of spatiotemporal coordination between vascularization and osteogenesis in bone repair, this study develops a composite scaffold system integrating piezoelectric stimulation and controlled drug release to achieve sequential regulation of angiogenesis-osteogenesis coupling. Combining piezoelectric barium titanate/nano-hydroxyapatite/polycaprolactone (BTO/nHA/PCL, BHP) with metformin (Met)-loaded GelMA (G@Met) hydrogels, the BHP/G@Met scaffolds are fabricated through dual-nozzle 3D printing. Material characterization confirms hierarchical porosity, stable piezoelectric output under ultrasound (US), and sustained drug release kinetics aligned with early-phase vascularization requirements. In vitro co-culture models demonstrate enhanced endothelial cell migration and tubular network formation during the initial 7d phase, followed by potent osteogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells at intermediate (14d) and terminal (21d) periods. Dual-animal models reveal superior bone regeneration with extensive neovascularization and osseous tissue infiltration. Transcriptome sequencing and network pharmacological analyses identify PI3K-AKT signaling as the central pathway for BHP/G@Met coordinating sequential angiogenesis-osteogenesis. By synergizing piezoelectric bioelectrical cues with spatiotemporal drug delivery, BHP/G@Met pioneers a chronologically adaptive strategy to match the spatial-temporal bone healing microenvironments, offering a paradigm for dynamic tissue regeneration.
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生物材料
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组织工程
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再生医学
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生物医学工程
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纳米技术
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药理学
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细胞生物学
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ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
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2024
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IF 8.3
Ruichao He,Yu Wei,Shi Yan,Jiajie Chen,Yanjun Guan,Xing Xiong,Lijing Liang,Congcong Guan,Haolin Liu,Yiben Ouyang,Junli Wang,Xiwei Peng,Jianting Ye,Jinjuan Zhao,Biqin Lai,Yu Wang,Jiang Peng,Qi Quan
A pivotal approach in engineering artificial peripheral nerve sheaths encompasses the augmentation of the regenerative microenvironment via the manipulation of Schwann cells (SCs). Our investigation employed single-cell sequencing analysis to elucidate the potential functions of Schwann cells and the Wnt pathway in facilitating peripheral nerve regeneration. In vitro studies showed that activating the Wnt signaling pathway promotes the transition to repair SCs, boosting their growth, movement, and immune functions. To better understand the peripheral nerve regeneration environment, we created a polymer scaffold using ammonization and electrospinning. The Wnt3a protein was incorporated into the polycaprolactone (PCL) electrospun fiber surface. In a rat sciatic nerve defect model, the Wnt3a-modified scaffold showed better nerve repair outcomes than traditional electrospun scaffolds. After a week, the test group showed better immune regulation and angiogenesis, with a significant increase in axon growth rate observed after 3 weeks. Three-month-long animal experiments revealed notable improvements in neuroelectrophysiology, reduced organ atrophy, and enhanced sciatic nerve recovery. In this nerve defect model, Wnt3a-modified neural scaffolds achieved repair effects.
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生物医学工程
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神经科学
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组织工程
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再生医学
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ACS Applied Bio Materials
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2024
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IF 4.6
Siqi Zhou,Yulu Liu,Xueke Yu,Dongfang Wang,Xiaofeng Wang,Qian Li
Expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) failed to achieve clinical application in the field of small-diameter blood vessels due to its lack of elasticity in the circumferential direction and high stiffness. Excellent multidirectional elasticity and dynamic compliance matching with natural blood vessels are important means to solve the problem of acute thrombosis and poor long-term patency. Herein, novel PTFE spinning blood vessels were prepared by the PTFE emulsion electrospinning process, which not only presented good bidirectional elasticity but also promoted the adhesion and proliferation of endothelial cells and induced the contractile expression of SMCs. And, a PTFE-shish and aminated polycaprolactone (PCL)-kebab structure has been developed that converted the chemically inert PTFE surface into a drug-loading platform for the multifunctionalization of PTFE vascular grafts. It provides novel preparation methods for the application of new bidirectional elastic small-diameter artificial blood vessels and their surface functionalization construction.
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生物材料
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组织工程
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血管移植物
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生物医学工程
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ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
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2020
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IF 8.758
Yufei Cao,Mingsheng Liu,Ju Cheng,Juanjuan Yin,Congshu Huang,Haiyan Cui,Xiangdong Zhang,Guanghui Zhao
Nitric oxide (NO) gas therapy has aroused intense interest in recent years. l-Arginine (l-Arg) reacts with reactive oxygen species (ROS) in tumor cells to generate NO. This phenomenon represents an effective method for tumor therapy. However, endogenous ROS levels in most types of tumor cells cannot enable an effective reaction. β-Lapachone is generally used to increase H2O2, which can oxidize guanidine derivatives to form nitric oxide in tumor cells. In addition, based on the ferrocene (Fc)-catalyzed Fenton reaction, ·OH is generated from H2O2, and the ONOO– could be generated from an interaction between ·O2– (generated through the Haber–Weiss reaction) and NO. Arg-rich poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL)-b-PArg, a macromolecular NO donor, was accurately synthesized to avoid premature l-Arg leakage during in vivo transport. In this design, the self-assembled PCL-b-PArg nanoparticles were dressed with the tumor-shreddable masking (PEG-b-PDMA, a negatively charged pH-sensitive hydrophilic diblock polymer), to prepare P-lapa-Fc nanoparticles and hide penetrative capability in the circulation. The experimental results confirmed that this synergistic therapy based on ROS and NO had a significant inhibitory effect on cancer cells, thereby providing new inspiration for NO gas treatment.
研究领域:
癌症治疗
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纳米医学
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药物化学
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生物医学工程
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