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Cellular Encapsulation in 3D Hydrogels for Tissue Engineering
Published on: October 26, 2009
Water dynamics in silanized hydroxypropyl methylcellulose based hydrogels designed for tissue engineering
N Buchtová1, A D'Orlando1, P Judeinstein2
1Institut des Matériaux Jean Rouxel (IMN), Université de Nantes, CNRS UMR 6502, 2 rue de la Houssinière B.P. 32229, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, France.
Abstract:
Silanized hydroxypropyl methylcellulose based hydrogels were developed for cartilage and intervertebral disc tissue engineering. Herein, study of dynamics of confined water showed two different populations, identified as hydration and bulk-like water. The diffusion coefficient showed that bulk-like water diffuses over distances ∼10 μm without being affected by the hydrogel matrix. Addition of silica nanofibers leads to improved mechanical properties and enhanced diffusion coefficient. Good diffusion within hydrogels is essential for the application.
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