Publications by authors named "J F Frith"

Gravity, an invisible but constant force , challenges the regulation of blood pressure when transitioning between postures. As physiological reserve diminishes with age, individuals grow more susceptible to such stressors over time, risking inadequate haemodynamic control observed in orthostatic hypotension. This prevalent condition is characterized by drops in blood pressure upon standing; however, the contrary phenomenon of blood pressure rises has recently piqued interest.

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Bioactive hydrogels have emerged as promising artificial niches for enhancing stem cell-mediated tendon repair. However, a substantial knowledge gap remains regarding the optimal combination of niche features for targeted cellular responses, which often leads to lengthy development cycles and uncontrolled healing outcomes. To address this critical gap, an innovative, data-driven materiomics strategy is developed.

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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is characterised by lung scarring and stiffening, for which there is no effective cure. Based on the immunomodulatory and anti-fibrotic effects of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) and mesenchymoangioblast-derived mesenchymal stem cells (iPSCs-MSCs), this study evaluated the therapeutic effects of iPSCs-MSCs in a bleomycin (BLM)-induced model of pulmonary fibrosis. Adult male C57BL/6 mice received a double administration of BLM (0.

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The surface properties of biomaterials interact directly with biological systems, influencing cellular responses, tissue integration, and biocompatibility. Surface topography plays a critical role in cardiac tissue engineering by affecting electrical conductivity, cardiomyocyte alignment, and contractile function. Current methods for controlling surface properties and topography in cardiac tissue engineering scaffolds are limited, expensive, and lack precision.

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