3D Multispheroid Assembly Strategies towards Tissue Engineering and Disease Modeling
Tong Zhu,
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Yan Hu,
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Haitao Cui
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et al.
Advanced Healthcare Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: June 25, 2024
Abstract
Cell
spheroids
(esp.
organoids)
as
3D
culture
platforms
are
popular
models
for
representing
cell–cell
and
cell–extracellular
matrix
(ECM)
interactions,
bridging
the
gap
between
2D
cell
cultures
natural
tissues.
with
spatially
organized
multiple
types
preferred
gaining
comprehensive
insights
into
tissue
pathophysiology
constructing
in
vitro
tissues
disease
because
of
complexities
In
recent
years,
an
assembly
strategy
using
(or
living
building
blocks
has
been
developed
to
construct
complex
spatial
organization.
Here,
a
overview
advances
multispheroid
studies
is
provided.
The
different
mechanisms
techniques,
i.e.,
automated
directed
assembly,
noncontact
remote
programmed
self‐assembly,
introduced.
processing
steps,
advantages,
technical
limitations
existing
methodologies
summarized.
Applications
strategies
modeling,
drug
screening,
engineering,
organogenesis
reviewed.
Finally,
this
review
concludes
by
emphasizing
persistent
issues
future
perspectives,
encouraging
researchers
adopt
techniques
generating
advanced
that
better
resemble
real
Language: Английский
Detachable DNA Assembly Module to Dissect Tumor Cells Heterogeneity via RNA Pinpoint Screening
Wei Liu,
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Ni Liao,
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Yan‐Mei Lei
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et al.
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 18, 2024
Abstract
Differential
RNA
expression
is
becoming
increasingly
valuable
in
evaluating
tumor
heterogeneity
for
a
better
understanding
of
malignant
tumors
and
guiding
personalized
therapy.
However,
traditional
techniques
analyzing
cellular
are
mainly
focused
on
determining
the
absolute
level
RNA,
which
may
lead
to
inaccuracies
heterogeneity,
primarily
due
i)
subtle
differences
certain
types
that
have
similar
total
concentrations
ii)
existence
variations
across
different
samples.
Herein,
detachable
DNA
assembly
module
proposed
capable
not
only
quantifying
target
but
also
innovatively
its
proportion
within
family
population
through
sequential
disassembly
route.
Using
let‐7
as
an
experimental
model,
significant
difference
discovered
let‐7a
between
normal
mammary
epithelial
cells
breast
cancer
cells,
characteristic
often
missed
bulk
analysis
techniques.
By
combining
concentration
information,
demonstrates
markedly
higher
efficiency
discerning
among
various
compared
This
innovative
expected
offer
new
perspective
highlight
guide
Language: Английский
Developing 3D bioprinting for organs-on-chips
Zhuhao Wu,
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Rui Liu,
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Ning Shao
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et al.
Lab on a Chip,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Organs-on-chips
(OoCs)
can
be
directly
fabricated
by
3D
bioprinting
techniques,
which
enhance
the
structural
and
functional
fidelity
of
organ
models
broaden
applications
OoCs.
Language: Английский
An Overview of Advancements and Technologies in Vascularization Strategies for Tumor‐On‐A‐Chip Models
Pratibha Parihar,
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Naina Sunildutt,
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Chethikkattuveli Salih Abdul Rahim
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et al.
Advanced Therapeutics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(6)
Published: Feb. 22, 2024
Abstract
Vascularized
tumor
on
a
chip
(VToC)
entail
emulating
intricate
microvascular
networks
like
those
observed
in
tumors
through
microfluidic
devices,
which
are
meticulously
designed
to
offer
faithful
representation
of
cancer
vitro,
exploration
biology,
evaluation
drug
efficacy,
and
anticipation
patient
responses
therapies.
Compared
conventional
ones,
VToC
systems
hold
advantages
by
creating
milieu
where
physiological
conditions
for
investigating
tumor–host
interactions
pivotal
advancement/therapy
resilience.
Nevertheless,
models
confront
limitations
encompassing
vascular
network
replication,
biological
fidelity,
mechanical/chemical
integrity,
intricacies
architectural
design.
Thus,
drawbacks
inherent
prevailing
models’
intricacies,
attributes,
establishment
imperative.
This
systematic
review
focuses
the
recent
advancements,
technologies
explored
incorporating
models,
vascularization
approaches
investigation,
factors/parameters
affecting
complex
microenvironments
along
with
futuristic
approach
design
strategies,
fabrication
techniques,
understanding
network,
also
spheroid.
A
comprehensive
analysis
based
their
practical
highlights
promising
strategies
possible
applications.
will
be
essential
regarding
complete
overview
future
direction
toward
developing
efficient
compared
state‐of‐the‐art
VToC.
Language: Английский
Engineering Heterogeneous Tumor Models for Biomedical Applications
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11(1)
Published: Nov. 9, 2023
Abstract
Tumor
tissue
engineering
holds
great
promise
for
replicating
the
physiological
and
behavioral
characteristics
of
tumors
in
vitro.
Advances
this
field
have
led
to
new
opportunities
studying
tumor
microenvironment
exploring
potential
anti‐cancer
therapeutics.
However,
main
obstacle
widespread
adoption
models
is
poor
understanding
insufficient
reconstruction
heterogeneity.
In
review,
current
progress
heterogeneous
discussed.
First,
major
components
heterogeneity
are
summarized,
which
encompasses
various
signaling
pathways,
cell
proliferations,
spatial
configurations.
Then,
contemporary
approaches
elucidated
that
guided
by
fundamental
principles
biology,
a
bottom‐up
approach
highlighted.
Additionally,
characterization
biomedical
applications
discussed,
emphasizing
significant
role
engineered
scientific
research
clinical
trials.
Lastly,
challenges
promoting
oncology
therapy
described
key
directions
future
provided.
Language: Английский
The use of microphysiological systems to model metastatic cancer
Biofabrication,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(3), P. 032002 - 032002
Published: April 5, 2024
Abstract
Cancer
is
one
of
the
leading
causes
death
in
21st
century,
with
metastasis
cancer
attributing
to
90%
cancer-related
deaths.
Therefore,
improve
patient
outcomes
there
a
need
for
better
preclinical
models
increase
success
translating
oncological
therapies
into
clinic.
Current
traditional
static
vitro
lack
perfusable
network
which
critical
overcome
diffusional
mass
transfer
limit
provide
mechanism
exchange
essential
nutrients
and
waste
removal,
their
physiological
relevance.
Furthermore,
these
typically
cellular
heterogeneity
key
components
immune
system
tumour
microenvironment.
This
review
explores
rapidly
developing
strategies
utilising
microphysiological
systems
(MPS)
investigating
cell
metastasis.
In
this
we
initially
outline
mechanisms
metastasis,
highlighting
steps
identifying
current
gaps
our
understanding
metastatic
cascade,
exploring
MPS
focused
on
individual
cascade
before
detailing
latest
can
investigate
multiple
cascade.
then
focuses
factors
affect
performance
an
designed
applications
final
discussion
summarising
challenges
future
directions
use
models.
Language: Английский
Nanotherapeutics to cure inflammation-induced cancer
Current Cancer Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(1), P. 193 - 204
Published: July 2, 2024
Aims:
Nanotherapeutics
are
being
explored
as
a
potential
solution
to
treat
inflammation-induced
cancer.
enhance
innate
immune
cells'
immunity,
enabling
them
fight
tumors
effectively.
These
cells
secrete
specific
chemicals
like
cytokines,
allowing
replicate
quickly
and
respond
future
threats,
making
suitable
for
immunotherapy.Methods:
Nanotechnology
can
significantly
improve
human
health
by
enhancing
infection
detection,
prevention,
treatment.
Nanomedicines,
composed
of
restorative
imaging
compounds
in
submicrometer-sized
materials,
aim
deliver
effective
treatments
limit
inflammation
healthy
body
areas.
Combining
nanotechnology
clinical
sciences,
nanoparticles
gene
therapy
have
been
developed
treating
various
diseases,
including
cancer,
cardiovascular,
diabetes,
pulmonary,
inflammatory
diseases.Results:
Neutrophils
their
offspring,
films
extracellular
vehicles,
crucial
drug
transporters
enhanced
growth
therapy.
Tumor
microenvironment
inputs
modify
tumor-associated
neutrophils
(TANs),
which
essential
tumor
healing.
Human
intratumor
heterogeneity
is
Nanomedicines
shown
targeted
delivery,
toxicity
reduction,
therapeutic
effectiveness
enhancement.
However,
relevance
efficacy
remain
inadequate
due
lack
understanding
the
interaction
between
nanomaterials,
nanomedicine,
biology.
The
diverse
biological
milieu
impacts
dynamic
bioidentity
nanoformulations,
interactions
function
or
cellular
absorption.Conclusion:
holds
great
promise
improving
detecting,
preventing,
infections.
fusion
sciences
nanotechnology,
use
transporter
materials
delivery
reducing
contamination.
Nanoparticles'
small
size
high
surface-to-volume
ratio
benefit
Research
has
led
wide
range
nanomedicine
products
globally.
Language: Английский