In the human body,almost all cells interact with extracellular matrices(ECMs),which have tissue and organ-specific compositions and architectures.These ECMs not only function as cellular scaffolds,providing structural...In the human body,almost all cells interact with extracellular matrices(ECMs),which have tissue and organ-specific compositions and architectures.These ECMs not only function as cellular scaffolds,providing structural support,but also play a crucial role in dynamically regulating various cellular functions.This comprehensive review delves into the examination of biofabrication strategies used to develop bioactive materials that accurately mimic one or more biophysical and biochemical properties of ECMs.We discuss the potential integration of these ECM-mimics into a range of physiological and pathological in vitro models,enhancing our understanding of cellular behavior and tissue organization.Lastly,we propose future research directions for ECM-mimics in the context of tissue engineering and organ-on-a-chip applications,offering potential advancements in therapeutic approaches and improved patient outcomes.展开更多
基金funding from National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2018YFA0703000)The National Natural Science Foundation of China No.52275294 and supports from Zhejiang University Global Partnership Fundthe financial support from Chinese Scholar Councils(CSC)Scholarship fund.We would also like to thank Dr.Zhaoying Li and Dr.Elisabeth Lauren Gill for their essential contributions.
文摘In the human body,almost all cells interact with extracellular matrices(ECMs),which have tissue and organ-specific compositions and architectures.These ECMs not only function as cellular scaffolds,providing structural support,but also play a crucial role in dynamically regulating various cellular functions.This comprehensive review delves into the examination of biofabrication strategies used to develop bioactive materials that accurately mimic one or more biophysical and biochemical properties of ECMs.We discuss the potential integration of these ECM-mimics into a range of physiological and pathological in vitro models,enhancing our understanding of cellular behavior and tissue organization.Lastly,we propose future research directions for ECM-mimics in the context of tissue engineering and organ-on-a-chip applications,offering potential advancements in therapeutic approaches and improved patient outcomes.
