Acta Biomaterialia,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
192, P. 260 - 278
Published: Dec. 12, 2024
Regeneration
of
large
bone
defects
remains
a
clinical
challenge
until
today.
While
existing
biomaterials
are
predominantly
addressing
healing
via
direct,
intramembranous
ossification
(IO),
tissue
formation
cartilage
phase,
so-called
endochondral
(EO)
has
been
shown
to
be
promising
alternative
strategy.
However,
pure
biomaterial
approaches
for
EO
induction
sparse
and
the
knowledge
how
material
components
can
have
bioactive
contribution
required
is
limited.
Here,
we
combined
previously
developed
purely
architecture-driven
approach
with
release
therapeutic
metal
ions
from
tailored
silicate
microparticles.
The
delivery
platform
was
free
calcium
phosphates
(CaP)
that
known
support
IO
but
not
employed
lithium
(Li),
magnesium
(Mg),
strontium
(Sr)
or
zinc
(Zn)
ions.
We
identified
an
ion-specific
cellular
response
in
which
certain
strongly
enhanced
cell
recruitment
into
showed
superior
chondrogenesis
deposition
collagen
II
by
human
mesenchymal
stromal
cells
(MSCs).
At
same
time,
some
cases
microparticle
incorporation
altered
mechanical
properties
consequences
cell-induced
contraction
scaffold
wall
deformation.
Collectively,
results
suggest
metal-doped
microparticles
potential
further
improve
bioactivity
architectured
defect
EO.
STATEMENT
OF
SIGNIFICANCE:
Endochondral
healing,
process
resembles
embryonic
skeletal
development,
gained
prominence
regenerative
medicine.
most
strategies
optimized
instead
target
direct
through
IO.
report
on
novel
accelerate
biomaterial-guided
combining
cell-guiding
scaffolds
other
strategies,
such
as
hypoxia-mimic
drugs
iron-chelating
biomaterials,
documented
literature
before
enhance
EO,
our
uniquely
implements
strategy
regeneration.
Enhanced
more
pronounced
were
observed
specific
hybrid
formulations,
suggesting
high
relevance
this
new
improved
healing.
Stem Cell Research & Therapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: Jan. 29, 2024
Abstract
Over
the
past
decade,
there
had
been
progress
in
development
of
cell
therapy
for
insulin-dependent
diabetes.
Nevertheless,
important
hurdles
that
need
to
be
overcome
still
remain.
Protocols
differentiation
pluripotent
stem
cells
into
pancreatic
progenitors
or
fully
differentiated
β-cells
have
developed.
The
resulting
insulin-producing
can
control
chemically
induced
diabetes
rodents
and
were
subject
several
clinical
trials.
However,
these
are
immunogenic
possibly
teratogenic
their
transplantation,
an
immunoisolation
device
and/or
immunosuppression
is
needed.
A
growing
number
studies
utilized
genetic
manipulations
produce
immune
evasive
cells.
Evidence
must
provided
addition
expected
benefit,
gene
should
not
lead
any
unforeseen
complications.
Mesenchymal
stem/stromal
(MSCs)
provide
a
viable
alternative.
MSCs
widely
available
from
many
tissues.
They
form
by
directed
differentiation.
Experimentally,
evidence
has
shown
transplantation
allogenic
derived
associated
with
muted
allogeneic
response
does
interfere
functionality.
This
explained
immunomodulatory
functions
MSC
subpopulation
did
differentiate
Recently,
exosomes
naive
used
experimental
domain
treat
varying
degrees
success.
Several
mechanisms
beneficial
proposed
including
reduction
insulin
resistance,
promotion
autophagy,
increase
T
regulatory
population.
euglycemia
was
achieved
experiments.
We
suggest
(educated)
better
therapeutic
effect
than
those
undifferentiated
Stem Cell Research & Therapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: April 22, 2024
Abstract
Mesenchymal
stem/stromal
cells
(MSCs)
are
a
promising
therapeutic
tool
in
cell
therapy
and
tissue
engineering
because
of
their
multi-lineage
differentiation
capacity,
immunomodulatory
effects,
protective
potential.
To
achieve
optimal
results
as
tool,
factors
affecting
MSC
potency,
including
but
not
limited
to
source,
donor
age,
batch,
have
been
investigated.
Although
the
sex
has
attributed
potential
factor
that
can
influence
potency
efficacy,
impact
on
characteristics
carefully
In
this
review,
we
summarize
published
studies
demonstrating
donor-sex-related
heterogeneity
emphasize
importance
disclosing
key
therapy.
Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 10, 2025
The
human
endometrium
is
a
highly
regenerative
tissue
that
contains
mesenchymal
stem/stromal
cells
(MSCs).
These
MSCs
are
sourced
via
office-based
biopsies
and
menstrual
fluid
providing
less
invasive
readily
available
option
for
cell-based
therapies.
This
review
provides
an
update
on
endometrial-derived
as
treatment
gynecological
diseases.
narrative
covers
the
characterization
therapeutic
mechanisms
of
biopsy-derived
(eMSCs)
fluid-derived
stromal
(MenSCs),
highlighting
similarities
differences.
It
also
studies
their
application
in
preclinical
animal
models,
clinical
trials
potential
therapies
eMSCs
MenSCs
from
homologous
source
have
to
promote
activity
Both
demonstrate
benefits
through
paracrine
regeneration,
immunomodulation,
angiogenesis
mitigating
fibrosis.
Further
research
essential
establish
standardized
isolation
protocols,
particularly
heterogeneous
MenSCs,
fully
understand
action.
Implementing
SUSD2
magnetic
bead
sorting
purifying
endometrial
tissues
crucial
use
future
Optimization
production,
storage
delivery
methods
will
maximize
effectiveness.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: June 2, 2024
Abstract
Mesenchymal
stromal
cells
(MSC)
from
adult
bone
marrow
are
the
most
commonly
used
in
clinical
trials.
MSCs
single
donors
preferred
starting
material
but
suffer
a
major
setback
of
being
heterogeneous
that
results
unpredictable
and
inconsistent
outcomes.
To
overcome
this,
we
developed
method
pooling
different
created
cell
banks
to
cater
needs.
Initially,
master
(MCBs)
were
at
passage
1
(P1)
isolated
nine
donors.
At
this
stage,
MCBs
three
mixed
equal
proportion
expanded
till
P3
create
working
banks.
Further,
pooled
individual
donor
P5
cryopreserved
extensively
characterised.
There
was
large
heterogeneity
among
terms
growth
kinetics
(90%
Coefficient
variation
(CV)
for
yield
44%
CV
population
doubling
time
P5),
immunosuppressive
ability
(30%
1:1
300%
1:10
ratio),
angiogenic
factor
secretion
potential
(20%
VEGF
and71%
SDF-1).
Comparatively,
have
more
stable
profiles
(60%
7%
P5)
exhibit
better
(15%
32%
ratio
)
consistent
factors
(16%
51%
Further
does
not
compromise
trilineage
differentiation
capacity
or
phenotypic
marker
expression
MSCs.
The
senescence
vitro
tumourigenicity
characteristics
also
similar
those
We
conclude
reduces
produces
with
higher
profile.
Cytotherapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
26(10), P. 1132 - 1140
Published: May 9, 2024
Mesenchymal
Stromal
Cells
(MSCs)
have
been
used
in
multiple
clinical
trials
for
steroid-refractory
moderate-severe
(grade
II-IV)
acute
Graft-versus-Host
Disease
(aGvHD)
across
the
world
over
last
2
decades.
Despite
very
promising
results
a
variety
of
trials,
it
failed
to
get
widespread
approval
by
regulatory
agencies
such
as
U.S.
Food
and
Drug
Administration
European
Medicines
Agency.
What
lessons
can
we
learn
from
this
future
studies
on
MSCs
other
cell
therapy
products?
Broad
heterogeneity
among
published
using
aGVHD
was
likely
core
problem.
We
propose
standardized
approach
regards
donor-related
factors,
MSCs-related
characteristics,
well
trial
design,
limit
fulfill
requirements
agencies.
This
may
be
expanded
beyond
Cell
Gene
products
diseases.
Cryobiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
115, P. 104856 - 104856
Published: Feb. 8, 2024
Mesenchymal
stromal
cells
(MSCs)
have
become
one
of
the
most
investigated
and
applied
for
cellular
therapy
regenerative
medicine.
In
this
update
our
review
published
in
2015,
we
show
that
studies
continue
to
abound
regarding
characterization
MSCs
distinguish
them
from
other
similar
cell
types,
discovery
new
tissue
sources
MSCs,
confirmation
their
properties
functions
render
suitable
as
a
therapeutic.
Because
cryopreservation
is
widely
recognized
only
technology
would
enable
on-demand
availability
here
although
traditional
method
cryopreserving
by
slow
cooling
presence
10%
dimethyl
sulfoxide
(Me2SO)
continues
be
used
many,
several
novel
MSC
approaches
emerged.
As
previous
review,
conclude
these
recent
reports
viable
functional
diverse
tissues
can
recovered
after
using
variety
cryoprotectants,
freezing
protocols,
storage
temperatures,
periods
storage.
We
also
logistical
reasons
there
are
now
more
devoted
which
derived.
A
topic
included
covers
application
COVID-19
arising
immunomodulatory
antiviral
properties.
Due
inherent
heterogeneity
populations
different
still
no
standardized
procedure
isolation,
identification,
characterization,
cryopreservation,
route
administration,
not
likely
"one-size-fits-all"
approach
applications
cell-based
World Journal of Stem Cells,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(7), P. 742 - 759
Published: July 25, 2024
Wharton's
jelly
mesenchymal
stem
cells
(WJ-MSCs)
are
gaining
significant
attention
in
regenerative
medicine
for
their
potential
to
treat
degenerative
diseases
and
mitigate
radiation
injuries.
WJ-MSCs
more
naïve
have
a
better
safety
profile,
making
them
suitable
both
autologous
allogeneic
transplantations.
This
review
highlights
the
of
clinical
applications
mitigating
various
types
In
this
review,
we
will
also
describe
why
become
one
most
probable
future
along
with
balanced
view
on
strengths
weaknesses.
Finally,
updated
literature
related
preclinical
usage
application
regeneration
tissues
organs
be
compiled.
Materials Today Bio,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
31, P. 101476 - 101476
Published: Jan. 9, 2025
Stem
cell-based
therapy
has
emerged
as
a
promising
approach
for
heart
repair,
potentially
regenerating
damaged
tissue
and
improving
outcomes
patients
with
disease.
However,
the
efficacy
of
stem
therapies
remains
limited
by
several
challenges,
including
poor
cell
survival,
low
retention
rates,
integration,
functional
outcomes.
This
article
reviews
current
enhancement
strategies
to
optimize
mesenchymal
cardiac
repair.
Key
approaches
include
optimizing
delivery
methods,
enhancing
engraftment,
promoting
functions
through
genetic
molecular
modifications,
paracrine
effects
cells,
leveraging
biomaterials
engineering
techniques.
By
focusing
on
these
techniques,
paper
highlights
innovative
that
can
transform
into
more
viable
effective
treatment
option
The
ongoing
research
technological
advancements
continue
push
boundaries,
hoping
make
mainstream
Pharmaceutics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(3), P. 284 - 284
Published: Feb. 20, 2025
Cognitive
aging,
characterized
by
the
gradual
decline
in
cognitive
functions
such
as
memory,
attention,
and
problem-solving,
significantly
impacts
daily
life.
This
is
often
accelerated
neurodegenerative
diseases,
particularly
Alzheimer’s
Disease
(AD)
Parkinson’s
(PD).
AD
marked
accumulation
of
amyloid-beta
plaques
tau
tangles,
whereas
PD
involves
degeneration
dopaminergic
neurons.
Both
conditions
lead
to
severe
impairment,
greatly
diminishing
quality
life
for
affected
individuals.
Recent
advancements
regenerative
medicine
have
highlighted
mesenchymal
stromal
cells
(MSCs)
their
derived
exosomes
promising
therapeutic
options.
MSCs
possess
regenerative,
neuroprotective,
immunomodulatory
properties,
which
can
promote
neurogenesis,
reduce
inflammation,
support
neuronal
health.
Exosomes,
nanosized
vesicles
from
MSCs,
provide
an
efficient
means
delivering
bioactive
molecules
across
blood–brain
barrier,
targeting
underlying
pathologies
PD.
While
these
therapies
hold
great
promise,
challenges
variability
MSC
sources,
optimal
dosing,
effective
delivery
methods
need
be
addressed
clinical
application.
The
development
robust
protocols,
along
with
rigorous
trials,
crucial
validating
safety
efficacy
exosome
therapies.
Future
research
should
focus
on
overcoming
barriers,
optimizing
treatment
strategies,
exploring
integration
lifestyle
interventions.
By
addressing
challenges,
MSC-
exosome-based
could
offer
transformative
solutions
improving
outcomes
enhancing
individuals
aging
diseases.
The Journal of Physiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 11, 2025
Abstract
Tendon
injuries
are
a
common
and
significant
health
burden
around
the
world.
Current
treatment
strategies
unable
to
fully
restore
tendon
structure
function.
To
address
these
critical
clinical
needs,
stem
cell
therapy
has
recently
emerged
as
promising
approach
for
better
repair.
In
this
review,
we
discuss
efficacy
of
in
repair
by
summarizing
its
advantages
disadvantages
both
preclinical
settings.
We
highlight
recent
advances
improving
cell‐based
treatment,
with
focus
on
research
efforts
identification
appropriate
sources,
modification
effective
transplantation,
development
carriers,
standardization
protocols.
Finally,
provide
insights
into
future
directions
therapy,
emphasis
necessity
employing
patient
screening
criteria
before
establishing
comprehensive
outcome
measurements
ensure
rigor
trials.
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