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ACS Biomater Sci Eng ; 2024 Jul 18.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39026391

ABSTRACT

Transformation of a fibrous mat into a three-dimensional (3D) scaffold opens up abundant innovative prospects in biomedical research, particularly for studying both soft as well as hard tissues. Electrospun nanofibers, which mimic the extracellular matrix have attracted significant attention in various studies. This research focuses on rapidly converting a fibrous mat made of polycaprolactone (PCL)/pluronic F-127 (PF-127) with different percentages of monetite calcium phosphate (MCP) into desirable 3D matrix cotton using a unique gas foaming technology. These matrix cottons possess biomimetic properties and have oriented porous structures. Using this innovative technique, various shapes of 3D matrix cotton, such as squares, hollow tubes, and other customizable forms, were successfully produced. Importantly, these 3D matrix cottons showed a consistent distribution of monetite particles with total porosity ranging from 90% to 98%. The structure of the 3D matrix cotton, its water/blood absorption capacity, the potential for causing non-hemolysis, and rapid hemostatic properties were thoroughly investigated. Additionally, periodontal cells were cultured on the 3D matrix cotton to assess their viability and morphology, revealing promising results. Furthermore, a coculture study involving NIH-3T3 and MG-63 cells on the 3D matrix cotton showed spheroidal formation within 24 h. Notably, in vitro assessments indicated that the matrix cotton containing 15% monetite (PCL-MMC15%) exhibited superior absorbent capabilities, excellent cell viability, and rapid hemostatic characteristics. Subsequently, the effectiveness of PCL-MMC15% in promoting mandibular bone regeneration was evaluated through an in vivo study on rabbits using a mandibular injury model. The results demonstrated that PCL-MMC15% facilitated the resolution of defects in the mandibular region by initiating new bone formation. Therefore, the presented 3D matrix cotton (PCL-MMC15%) shows significant promise for applications in both mandibular bone regeneration and hemostasis.

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J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater ; 111(4): 858-871, 2023 04.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36398655

ABSTRACT

In synthetic fabrication, the process parameters decide the growth nucleation, phase translation, and the evolution of morphological facets of nanostructured materials. This work demonstrates the formation of different crystallographic phases of calcium phosphate by the influence of pH from acidic to alkaline conditions and also investigated their bone regeneration, protein adsorption, and pro-angiogenic properties. Present results illustrate that the alteration of pH is the crucial factor for the synthesis of calcium phosphate (CP) phases. The structural analysis reveals the monetite (CaHPO4 ) phase with a triclinic crystal system for pH 5, dual-phase of monetite combined with hydroxyapatite at the neutral pH 7, and pure phase of hydroxyapatite (Ca10 [PO4 ]6 OH2 ) with hexagonal structure at pH 10. Microscopic analysis portrays the cubic and rod-like morphologies by changing the pH values. FTIR and RAMAN spectroscopic analyses confirm the stretching, bending, and vibrational modes of dominant phosphate groups of different CP phases. Further, the biocompatibility of the prepared CP phases was examined by hemolysis assay, which showed less than 2% of lysis and enhanced cell viability. Moreover, the bioactivity study revealed rapid mineralization and a higher protein adsorption rate for the monetite CP phase (M-CP). Subsequently, the chick embryo angiogenesis assay elucidated 33% higher neovascularization for M-CP compared with the other two CP phases. The fabricated M-CP nanostructure constitutes a promising candidate for biomedical applications.


Subject(s)
Calcium Phosphates , Nanostructures , Chick Embryo , Animals , Calcium Phosphates/pharmacology , Calcium Phosphates/chemistry , Nanostructures/chemistry , Durapatite/pharmacology , Durapatite/chemistry , Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
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Environ Res ; 209: 112925, 2022 06.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35149110

ABSTRACT

Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is the major reason for death worldwide. Therapeutic angiogenesis serves as an effective approach to treat IHD. Sericin (S), a natural silk protein is widely used in regenerative medicine due to its excellent bioactive properties. Graphene oxide (GO) is extensively used in the field of biomedicine due to its amazing capacity to interact with biomolecules. The main objectives of the present study are to synthesize sericin functionalized graphene oxide (SGO) nanocomposites to treat diseases associated with deficient angiogenesis. Carbodiimide induced cross-linking strategy was employed to functionalize graphene oxide using sericin. The SGO nanocomposites had wrinkled flake like structure with good blood biocompatibility. In vivo chick embryo angiogenesis (CEA) assay was performed to prove the angiogenic potency of SGO nanocomposites. CEA assay results clearly indicated the development of new blood vessels in SGO treated chick embryos when compared with the control.


Subject(s)
Graphite , Nanocomposites , Sericins , Animals , Chick Embryo , Graphite/chemistry , Nanocomposites/chemistry , Sericins/chemistry , Sericins/pharmacology
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HIV AIDS Policy Law Rev ; 15(3): 37-8, 2011 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-22165267

ABSTRACT

In May 2011, Parliament in Uganda adjourned without debating a bill that included the death penalty for some homosexual acts.


Subject(s)
Crime , Homosexuality , Capital Punishment , Female , Humans , Male , Uganda
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HIV AIDS Policy Law Rev ; 15(3): 47, 2011 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-22165272

ABSTRACT

In early 2011, the Ontario Superior Court affirmed a negotiated settlement between Peel Region and Peel Public Health and a class of individuals who were exposed to blood-borne infection as a result of the use of non-sterile equipment at Moonshin Tattoo parlour.


Subject(s)
Negotiating , Tattooing/adverse effects , Compensation and Redress , HIV Infections/transmission , Hepatitis B/transmission , Hepatitis C/transmission , Humans , Liability, Legal/economics , Ontario
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HIV AIDS Policy Law Rev ; 15(3): 60-1, 2011 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-22165280

ABSTRACT

In June 2011, fifteen months after he had been found guilty of hate speech and discrimination, African National Congress (ANC)Youth President Julius issued a formal apology and agreed to pay a R50,000 (CAN$7,120) fine that was part of the conviction.


Subject(s)
Politics , Prejudice , Female , Humans , Liability, Legal/economics , Male , Sex Offenses , South Africa
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J Infect ; 53(5): e227-9, 2006 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-16580074

ABSTRACT

Osteomyelitis of the temporal bone caused by Staphylococcus lugdunensis has never been reported before. This infection was diagnosed in a 51-year-old diabetic man. S. lugdunensis is an unusually virulent coagulase negative staphylococcus and has been implicated in a variety of severe infections. Considering the serious morbidity and mortality associated with osteomyelitis and in particular with S. lugdunensis, special awareness and alertness are required when otitis externa, which predisposes to osteomyelitis, is refractory to treatment.


Subject(s)
Osteomyelitis/microbiology , Otitis Externa/microbiology , Staphylococcal Infections/diagnosis , Staphylococcus/isolation & purification , Temporal Bone , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Osteomyelitis/diagnosis
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