28 citations
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November 2020 in “Polymers” This study found that crosslinking buffalo gelatin with different methods can modify its properties and potential as a skin substitute, though double-crosslinking may increase immunogenicity slightly.
June 2026 in “Nano Research” In this study, researchers developed a novel 3D bio-printed skin scaffold using exosomes from liver cells, which enhanced wound healing by promoting cell growth, angiogenesis, and reducing inflammation in large skin injuries, suggesting potential applications in treating chronic skin conditions.
January 2024 in “UVic’s Research and Learning Repository (University of Victoria)” This project report reviews six experimental 3D bioprinting methods for cultivating artificial hair follicles, noting significant challenges such as method complexity, low output, and delayed approval for human trials, while proposing a potential solution for creating a permanent hair system on the scalp.
3 citations
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May 2024 in “Biomimetics” This narrative review examines the structure-function relationship in bioactive biopolymers used to promote healing in chronic wounds, emphasizing diabetic ulcers, and underscores the importance of characterizing these biopolymers to enhance their bioactivity for better tissue regeneration outcomes.
November 2025 in “ACS Omega” This study found that incorporating Canavalia ensiformis lectin into alginate and carboxymethylcellulose films enhanced angiogenic factor expression, suggesting these biopolymer films could be an effective alternative for wound treatment.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses advances in CRISPR/Cas9 variants and nanoformulations for cancer treatment, noting challenges and prospects for clinical application, but reports no new research results.
15 citations
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June 2020 in “Journal of Orthopaedic Translation” This study introduced and validated a reliable and reproducible metal-free mouse model for ACLR surgery, providing a new tool to investigate the molecular mechanisms of graft-tunnel healing.
2 citations
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February 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, a newly engineered scaffold, PADM-MX-Ag-Si@Dox, demonstrated potential as a multifunctional biomaterial for postoperative melanoma treatment by controlling drug release, enhancing wound healing, and enabling real-time tumor surveillance through temperature, pH, and electrical stimuli.
The researchers reported that PEG-FGF2 conjugates, particularly Compound 6, significantly enhanced stability, proliferation, migration, and wound healing activity compared to native FGF2, despite some reduction in bioactivity near crucial binding domains.
36 citations
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August 2022 in “Molecular Therapy — Nucleic Acids” This review discusses various gene therapy and non-viral delivery methods to promote angiogenesis for chronic wound healing, but it reports no new clinical results.
November 2023 in “Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal” This study reports the development of a prototype robotic hair transplant system capable of efficiently harvesting and implanting hair grafts, showing promising accuracy and performance in tests using a spherical scalp phantom.
28 citations
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June 2020 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” This study found that a novel ECM patch combining human fibroblast-derived matrix and PVA hydrogel, seeded with human mesenchymal stem cells, significantly improved wound healing and tissue regeneration in a mouse model.
66 citations
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August 2007 in “Applied and environmental microbiology” This study engineered a bioluminescent yeast strain responsive to androgenic chemicals, demonstrating rapid and sensitive detection suitable for high-throughput screening and environmental monitoring.
June 2026 in “Journal of Biological Engineering” At the 21st Royan International Stem Cell Congress, researchers highlighted the growing integration in regenerative medicine, emphasizing advances in pluripotency, AI applications, and bioengineering for the development of accessible stem cell therapies.
September 2026 in “Mendeley Data” This study found that a polyurethane-cellulose acetate scaffold with plasma rich in growth factors may enhance gene expression related to wound healing in an experimental setting.
41 citations
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June 2013 in “PLOS ONE” This study demonstrated that engineered skin substitutes using human keratinocytes and murine dermal papilla cells can develop pigmented hairs without sebaceous glands, suggesting separate pathways for hair development and eruption.
10 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of Materials Chemistry B” This study developed a biodegradable nanofibrous biofilm that attracts skin-related cells and accelerates blood vessel formation, potentially improving skin wound healing.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” This study demonstrated that decellularization of rat lungs effectively removed cellular material while preserving the 3D extracellular matrix, which may aid future human lung tissue engineering.
August 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights that liposomes offer a promising method for delivering CRISPR/Cas9 components for precise and efficient genetic modifications, with potential applications in correcting genetic diseases and enhancing immune cell function.
18 citations
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June 2011 in “Cell stem cell” Two studies in Cell Stem Cell reported that human and mouse somatic cells can be reprogrammed into induced pluripotent stem cells using microRNAs, eliminating the need for ectopic protein expression.
81 citations
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October 2023 in “Bioactive Materials” This review highlights the promising potential of 3D printing for creating microneedles with precise customization and improved performance compared to traditional micromolding, emphasizing applications in personalized medical devices and advancements in biomedical fields.
July 2026 in “Bioactive Materials” This study demonstrated that degradable core-shell cryomicroneedles loaded with hair follicle organoids supported natural-like hair regeneration in mice, offering a promising approach for controllable follicular unit regeneration in baldness.
1 citations
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December 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review covers cell transplantation methods for genitourinary reconstruction, discussing tissue sources and complications but presenting no new clinical findings.
27 citations
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May 2011 in “Current Opinion in Ophthalmology” This study reports that a new transplantation technique using tissue-engineered stem cells successfully reconstructed corneal epithelium in an animal model of severe ocular surface disease.
50 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B Applied Biomaterials” In this study, the combination of keratin-gelatin from poultry feathers promoted early acceptance and viability of full-thickness skin mesh grafts in experimental dogs compared to other treatments.
August 2023 in “Micromachines” In this study, researchers developed a multilayered gel bead culture model using a microgel-spotting device, successfully mimicking the early development of skin appendages and supporting in vitro hair follicle regeneration with structures resembling native hair follicles.
355 citations
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August 2013 in “Acta Biomaterialia” This study found that a nanoparticle-in-nanofiber system significantly accelerated wound healing in rats by promoting angiogenesis and tissue regeneration more effectively than a commercial wound dressing.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “Gels” This study highlights the versatility and potential of injectable hydrogel nanocomposites in biomedical research, emphasizing their roles in controlled drug delivery, tissue regeneration, and treatment of various conditions, such as cardiac issues, joint diseases, and bone regeneration.
48 citations
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January 2018 in “Stem Cells International” This review discusses autologous tissue engineering strategies and skin-derived stem cell transplantation products, noting clinical challenges and highlighting ongoing trial activities, without reporting new clinical outcomes.
29 citations
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January 2010 in “Methods in Enzymology” This review discusses five genetic fate mapping methods used to study cell behaviors during development and regeneration, detailing the necessary tools and considerations without reporting new experimental results.