Publications by authors named "Chenjing Lu"
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- Engineered Living Materials (ELMs) are innovative materials that incorporate living cells, allowing them to respond dynamically to environmental changes and exhibit unique properties like self-healing and adaptability.
- They can be produced through bottom-up processes (where cells form aggregates) or top-down methods (merging cells with various materials), merging concepts from synthetic biology and materials science.
- The review discusses the significant advancements in ELMs, particularly in healthcare and environmental protection, while highlighting current preparation techniques and the research needed to improve their functionality and safety for practical use.
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are essential in regenerative medicine. However, conventional expansion and harvesting methods often fail to maintain the essential extracellular matrix (ECM) components, which are crucial for their functionality and efficacy in therapeutic applications. Here, we introduce a bone marrow-inspired macroporous hydrogel designed for the large-scale production of MSC-ECM spheroids.
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