according to significant improvements in the tissue engineering field over the past several years, lung tissue cells have recently attracted more attention due to the high prevalence and diversity in related diseases. however, selection of an appropriate cell type, screening of suitable conditions for growth and proliferation, as well as subsequent implantation into the body to repair and regen...

inhalational lung diseases are among the most important occupational diseases. pneumoconiosis refers to a group of lung diseases result from inhalation of usually inorganic dusts such as silicon dioxide, asbestos, coal, etc. , and their deposition in the lungs. the resultant pulmonary disorders depend on the susceptibility of lungs; size, concentration, solubility and fibrogenic properties of t...