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Harnessing polysaccharide-mediated biomineralization for advanced bone tissue engineering
Huxin Tang1, Mingyang Hu1, Xinying Huang1
1Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, MOE Key Laboratory of Geriatric Diseases and Immunology, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215000, China.
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|February 9, 2026
Summary
Polysaccharides regulate biomineralization in bone tissue engineering by influencing mineral structure and cell interactions. This review explores their mechanisms and applications for bone repair and clinical treatment.
Area of Science:
- Biomineralization
- Biomaterials Science
- Tissue Engineering
Background:
- Biomineralization is vital for bone homeostasis, involving organic-inorganic interactions.
- Polysaccharides are key regulators of biomineralization due to their unique properties.
- Natural polysaccharides like chitosan and hyaluronic acid exhibit biomimetic potential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review polysaccharide molecular mechanisms in biomineralization.
- To discuss polysaccharide applications in bone tissue engineering.
- To offer insights for clinical bone defect treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of polysaccharide roles in biomineralization.
- Analysis of polysaccharide interactions with mineral phases (e.g., hydroxyapatite).
- Evaluation of polysaccharide-based biomaterials in bone regeneration models.
Main Results:
- Polysaccharides modulate mineral crystalline structure and mechanical properties.
- They provide nucleation sites and interact with collagen for directed mineral deposition.
- Chitosan, alginate, and hyaluronic acid enhance cell attachment, differentiation, and bone healing.
Conclusions:
- Polysaccharides are crucial for controlling biomineralization processes.
- Their biomimetic properties offer significant potential for bone tissue engineering scaffolds.
- Understanding these mechanisms can advance clinical strategies for bone repair.
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