Micropatterning as a tool to decipher cell morphogenesis and functions

M Théry - Journal of cell science, 2010 - journals.biologists.com
In situ, cells are highly sensitive to geometrical and mechanical constraints from their
microenvironment. These parameters are, however, uncontrolled under classic culture …

Surface engineering approaches to micropattern surfaces for cell-based assays

D Falconnet, G Csucs, HM Grandin, M Textor - Biomaterials, 2006 - Elsevier
The ability to produce patterns of single or multiple cells through precise surface
engineering of cell culture substrates has promoted the development of cellular bioassays …

Selective differentiation of neural progenitor cells by high-epitope density nanofibers

GA Silva, C Czeisler, KL Niece, E Beniash… - Science, 2004 - science.org
Neural progenitor cells were encapsulated in vitro within a three-dimensional network of
nanofibers formed by self-assembly of peptide amphiphile molecules. The self-assembly is …

Surface modification and property analysis of biomedical polymers used for tissue engineering

Z Ma, Z Mao, C Gao - Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces, 2007 - Elsevier
The response of host organism in macroscopic, cellular and protein levels to biomaterials is,
in most cases, closely associated with the materials' surface properties. In tissue …

Nanomaterials for neural interfaces

NA Kotov, JO Winter, IP Clements, E Jan… - Advanced …, 2009 - Wiley Online Library
This review focuses on the application of nanomaterials for neural interfacing. The junction
between nanotechnology and neural tissues can be particularly worthy of scientific attention …

Functionalized polylysine biomaterials for advanced medical applications: A review

NA Patil, B Kandasubramanian - European Polymer Journal, 2021 - Elsevier
Advancements in the biomedical sector are dominating due to evolutions in healthcare
functions such as targeted drug and gene delivery, bio-adhesives for tissue transplantation …

The application of nanofibrous scaffolds in neural tissue engineering

H Cao, T Liu, SY Chew - Advanced drug delivery reviews, 2009 - Elsevier
The repairing process in the nervous system is complicated and brings great challenges to
researchers. Tissue engineering scaffolds provide an alternative approach for neural …

Peptide self-assembly for crafting functional biological materials

JB Matson, RH Zha, SI Stupp - Current Opinion in Solid State and Materials …, 2011 - Elsevier
Self-assembling, peptide-based scaffolds are frontrunners in the search for biomaterials with
widespread impact in regenerative medicine. The inherent biocompatibility and cell …

3D microperiodic hydrogel scaffolds for robust neuronal cultures

JN Hanson Shepherd, ST Parker… - Advanced functional …, 2011 - Wiley Online Library
Abstract Three‐dimensional (3D) microperiodic scaffolds of poly (2‐hydroxyethyl
methacrylate)(pHEMA) have been fabricated by direct‐write assembly of a …

Bioactive silk‐based nerve guidance conduits for augmenting peripheral nerve repair

A Magaz, A Faroni, JE Gough, AJ Reid… - Advanced …, 2018 - Wiley Online Library
Repair of peripheral nerve injuries depends upon complex biology stemming from the
manifold and challenging injury‐healing processes of the peripheral nervous system. While …