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Title Cell Encapsulation by Droplets

Title Cell Encapsulation by Droplets

Published on: October 1, 2007

Coating Strategies Using Layer-by-layer Deposition for Cell Encapsulation.

Mariana B Oliveira¹, Javad Hatami¹, João F Mano²

¹Department of Chemistry, CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, 3810-193, Aveiro, Portugal.

Chemistry, an Asian Journal

|May 24, 2016

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Layer-by-layer (LbL) deposition offers versatile, tunable thin multilayers for cellular encapsulation, overcoming bulk hydrogel limitations. This technique is valuable for cell therapy, regenerative medicine, and biotechnology.

Keywords:

cell encapsulation cell nanomodification hollow capsules layer-by-layer nanocoatings

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Published on: October 1, 2007

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Area of Science:

Biomaterials Science
Cell Biology
Nanotechnology

Background:

Layer-by-layer (LbL) deposition is a method for creating multilayered films via directed assembly.
LbL-prepared multilayers have gained traction in biological applications, particularly cellular encapsulation.
These materials offer tunable properties and versatile processing, addressing limitations of traditional bulk hydrogels.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the diverse applications of LbL cell encapsulation.
To highlight the potential of LbL for cell therapy, regenerative medicine, and biotechnology.
To provide practical insights for implementing LbL in cell encapsulation.

Main Methods:

The review focuses on the LbL deposition technique for creating nanostructured multilayers.
Discussion includes the application of these multilayers for coating cells, cell aggregates, and cell-laden biomaterials.
The transformation of coated materials into hollow capsules is also considered.

Main Results:

LbL encapsulation serves as an alternative to bulk hydrogels for cell transplantation and tissue engineering.
It functions as a cytoprotective agent and can regulate cell division.
LbL materials enable nanomodification of cell surfaces and coatings for biomaterials.

Conclusions:

LbL cell encapsulation presents a promising approach for various biomedical and biotechnological fields.
Its adaptability makes it suitable for advanced applications like cell therapy and regenerative medicine.
Further practical considerations are discussed for broader adoption of LbL technology.