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Plant-derived cellulose scaffolds offer a sustainable, tunable platform for 3D cell culture. These biocompatible scaffolds support diverse mammalian cell types, advancing tissue engineering and organs-on-a-chip applications.

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  • 3D cell culture platforms aim to mimic in vivo conditions for enhanced cell communication and differentiation.
  • Synthetic or animal-derived scaffolds have limitations compared to natural alternatives.
  • Plant cellulose offers a readily available, biocompatible scaffold material.

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  • To explore the fundamentals and applications of decellularized plant-based scaffolds for mammalian cell culture.
  • To highlight the advantages of plant cellulose scaffolds over synthetic or animal-derived options.
  • To discuss the tunable properties of these scaffolds for various applications.

Main Methods:

  • Decellularization of plant tissue using sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS).
  • Modification of scaffold properties through adjustable variables like surface coatings and differentiation media.
  • Seeding and culturing of diverse mammalian cell types, including muscle, bone, and cancer cells.

Main Results:

  • Decellularized plant cellulose scaffolds are biocompatible and support a wide range of mammalian cell types.
  • Scaffold properties can be tuned by adjusting decellularization protocols and surface modifications.
  • These scaffolds facilitate cell aggregation and alignment, resembling in vivo environments.

Conclusions:

  • Decellularized plant-based scaffolds provide a tunable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative for 3D cell culture.
  • These scaffolds show significant potential for applications in tissue engineering and organs-on-a-chip.
  • The natural perfusion and biocompatibility of these scaffolds enhance their utility in regenerative medicine.