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Capillary Electrophoresis to Monitor Peptide Grafting onto Chitosan Films in Real Time
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2016
Free solution capillary electrophoresis is a fast, cheap and robust analytical method that enables the quantitative monitoring of chemical reactions in real time. Its utility for rapid, convenient and precise analysis is demonstrated here through analysis of covalent peptide grafting onto chitosan films for improved cell adhesion.
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Constructing a Collagen Hydrogel for the Delivery of Stem Cell-loaded Chitosan Microspheres
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2012
A major hurdle in current stem cell therapies is determining the most effective method to deliver these cells to host tissues. Here, we describe a chitosan-based delivery method that is efficient and simple in approach, while allowing adipose-derived stem cells to maintain their multipotency.
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Fabrication and Application of Rose Bengal-chitosan Films in Laser Tissue Repair
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2012
Sutures are usually needed to repair tissue during surgical procedures. However, their application can be problematic as they are invasive and may damage tissue. The fabrication and application methods of a novel tissue adhesive are here reported. This adhesive film is laser-activated and does not require the use of sutures.
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Preparation of Chitosan-based Injectable Hydrogels and Its Application in 3D Cell Culture
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2017
Here we describe a facile preparation of chitosan-based injectable hydrogels using dynamic imine chemistry. Methods to adjust the hydrogel’s mechanical strength and its application in 3D cell culture are presented.
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Patch Clamp Electrophysiology
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2023
Neuron cell membranes are populated with ion channels that control the movement of charge into and out of the cell, thereby regulating neuron firing. One extremely useful technique for investigating the biophysical properties of these channels is called patch clamp recording. In this method, neuroscientists place a polished glass micropipette against a cell and apply suction to form a high resistance seal. This process isolates a small “patch” of membrane that contains one or more ion channels.
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Chitosan contains positively charged amino groups that can interact with negatively charged cell membranes, extracellular components, and blood constituents. These electrostatic interactions help the material adhere to biological surfaces and support localized activity rather than dispersing immediately. In bioengineering, this behavior contributes to contact with injured tissue and can assist functions such as hemostasis and targeted delivery.
When hydrated, the material forms a flexible film or gel instead of remaining a dry, rigid structure. This change is important because it allows the patch to conform more closely to a target tissue surface while maintaining a localized biomaterial environment. Hydration therefore affects how the patch functions as a protective dressing or delivery platform.
Hemostatic activity is linked to chitosan’s interactions with blood constituents, supported by its positively charged amino groups. These interactions can help the patch remain associated with the injured region while promoting localized activity at the bleeding site. The result is a dressing that combines tissue contact with a biological response relevant to controlling blood loss.
The patch’s structure can be tuned to suit different roles, including tissue protection, localized delivery, and regenerative applications. Its hydrated form may function as a flexible film or gel, while the material’s biodegradability and biocompatibility support use with living tissue. These adjustable characteristics allow design choices to match the intended site and biological objective.
In wound care, a patch can protect injured tissue and contribute to hemostasis while remaining localized at the target area. In tissue engineering, the same platform can provide a biomaterial interface for regenerative medicine. Its biodegradable and biocompatible properties make it relevant when temporary support or localized biological activity is desired during tissue repair.
A chitosan patch can act as a delivery platform that places drugs or biological factors directly at a selected target site. Adhesion supported by charged amino groups helps maintain contact, while the patch’s tunable structure supports controlled-release applications. This localized approach is useful when activity is intended near injured or regenerating tissue rather than throughout the body.