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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Space Medicine
  • Tissue Engineering

Background:

  • Tissue engineering in microgravity is crucial for biomedical applications on Earth.
  • Understanding 3D multicellular structures is key for tissue function and in vitro engineering.
  • Microgravity influences cell growth and tissue development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Highlight advances in tissue engineering using space and simulated microgravity.
  • Explore the potential of microgravity for creating 3D tissues and organoids.
  • Discuss applications in regenerative medicine, cancer research, and drug development.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing real microgravity (r-μg) in space.
  • Employing simulated microgravity (s-μg) via random positioning machines, 2D-clinostats, and rotating wall vessel bioreactors.
  • Culturing various cells to form 3D multicellular structures.

Main Results:

  • Cells cultured in microgravity formed 3D tissues, including cartilage, artificial vessels, and organ tissues.
  • Multicellular cancer spheroids were engineered for studying cancer biology and drug testing.
  • Microgravity cultures facilitated research in angiogenesis, toxicology, and radiation biology.

Conclusions:

  • Microgravity offers a novel strategy for tissue engineering diverse tissues and organoids.
  • Engineered tissues serve as valuable models for disease mechanisms and pharmacological screening.
  • Further research is needed to explore clinical transplantation potential and microgravity-dependent cellular changes for space medicine advancements.