Nanosized biomaterials for regenerative medicine

Authors

  • Anna Calarco Institute of Agro-Environmental and Forest Biology, National Research Council, Naples, Italy.
  • Gianfranco Peluso Institute of Agro-Environmental and Forest Biology, National Research Council, Naples, Italy.
  • Raffaele Conte Institute of Biosciences and Bio Resources, National Research Council of Italy.
Abstract:

This review discusses recent developments in the field of nanosized biomaterials and their use in tissue regeneration approaches. The aim is to provide an overview of the research focused on nanoparticle-based strategies to stimulate regeneration. In particular, nanoparticles improve the regenerative capabilities of biomaterials offering ways to control surface and mechanical properties. Moreover, incorporation of nanoparticles within biomaterials increases cellular adhesion, differentiation and integration of stem cells into the surrounding environment. Finally, the drug delivery capabilities of nanoparticles offer additional possibilities to increase the biological performance of biomaterials. As the development of nanoparticles continues, incorporation of this technology in the field of regenerative medicine will ultimately lead to new tools that can diagnose, track and stimulate the growth of new tissues and organs.

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volume 9  issue 3

pages  209- 214

publication date 2018-08-01

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