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  • 1Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Journal of Biomedical Materials Research. Part A
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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Surface Chemistry
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Elastin-like polypeptide (ELP) surface modification is crucial for biomaterial development.
  • Existing methods require improvement for broader medical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel approach for ELP surface modification using elastin cross-linking peptide (ECP) bioactive fluorinated surface modifiers (ECP-BFSMs).
  • To evaluate the surface properties and cellular responses of ECP-BFSM modified polycarbonate urethane (PCNU).

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of low molecular weight fluorinated additives.
  • Blending additives with PCNU and surface enrichment.
  • Studying surface migration kinetics using two-photon confocal microscopy.
  • Surface characterization using contact angle measurements and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS).
  • Evaluating smooth muscle cell adhesion, spreading, and retention on modified surfaces.

Main Results:

  • ECP-BFSMs successfully enriched the PCNU surface, enabling ELP surface cross-linking.
  • Surface migration of ECP-BFSMs was observed over two weeks.
  • Contact angle decreased from 87.9° to 75.3°, indicating increased hydrophilicity.
  • XPS confirmed increased surface fluorine and nitrogen content, with further nitrogen increase after ELP cross-linking.
  • ELP-modified surfaces significantly promoted smooth muscle cell adhesion, spreading, and retention.

Conclusions:

  • A novel additive approach for ELP surface modification was successfully developed.
  • The modified surfaces exhibit enhanced biomimetic properties, promoting cell interactions.
  • This method offers a stable, ECM-like surface on a fluorinated background for diverse biomimetic applications.