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Mechanomedicine.

Keiji Naruse1

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Physiology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, 2-5-1 Shikata-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama, 700-8558, Japan. knaruse@md.okayama-u.ac.jp.

Biophysical Reviews
|October 1, 2018
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Mechanomedicine applies mechanobiology to understand and treat diseases. This review highlights novel mechanosensitive channels and technologies for cardiovascular and reproductive health.

Area of Science:

  • Mechanobiology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Mechanobiology research is established, investigating biological processes through mechanical forces.
  • Mechanomedicine integrates mechanobiology for disease pathology and treatment.
  • Homeostasis in respiratory and cardiovascular systems relies on physical factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the emerging field of mechanomedicine.
  • To introduce novel mechanosensitive channels and technologies.
  • To demonstrate the application of mechanobiology in disease and health.

Main Methods:

  • Discovery of novel mechanosensitive channels in the cardiovascular system.
  • Development of stretchable 3D cell culture scaffolds using self-assembled peptides.
Keywords:
HemostatMechanobiologyMicrofluidic sperm sorterSAKCAStretch-activated ion channelTRPV2

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  • Utilizing microfluidic mechanics for a high-motility sperm sorter.
  • Engineering a device to enhance fertilized ovum development.

    • Main Results:

    • Identification of a new mechanosensor in the cardiovascular system.
    • Demonstration of advanced biomaterials for cell culture.
    • Successful implementation of microfluidic sperm sorting technology.
    • Development of a device supporting early embryonic development.

    Conclusions:

    • Mechanomedicine offers a new paradigm for understanding and treating diseases.
    • Novel mechanosensitive channels and bioengineering tools are advancing medical research.
    • Physical factors play a critical role in maintaining physiological homeostasis and preventing pathology.