Biomaterials
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Xeno Free Peptide–Cellulose Bioinks for 3D Bioprinting
Current 3D‑printing bioinks rely heavily on animal‑derived collagen/gelatin or GelMA, with variability, pathogen and immunogenicity concerns, and reliance on UV or chemical crosslinking that can harm cells. There is a growing demand for fully xeno‑free, mechanically tunable bioinks that print complex, load‑bearing constructs without external crosslinkers while maintaining high cell viability. The technology: A fully […] Read More >
Encapsulation of Hydrogenase via Peptide Self-Assembly for Hydrogen Production
Hydrogen is a clean, renewable energy carrier with vast potential to replace fossil fuels. Biological catalysts called hydrogenases, particularly [FeFe] hydrogenases, can efficiently produce hydrogen (H₂) by catalyzing proton reduction under mild conditions. Harnessing these enzymes in electrochemical systems offers a promising path toward sustainable hydrogen generation. Unmet Need Despite their potential, integrating hydrogenases into […] Read More >
Biocompatible Reinforcement of Cellularized Tissues Using Small Molecule Crosslinkers
Existing chemical crosslinking methods such as UV-based, genipin or enzymatic are often cytotoxic and incompatible with the presence of living cells, or result in inhomogeneous reinforcement (primarily surface over core). Moreover, reinforcing ECM whilst ensuring uniform cell viability and spatial distribution in thick tissues remains challenging, particularly when robust mechanical properties are needed post-fabrication. Technology […] Read More >
Eco-Friendly, Lignin-free Cellulose Scaffolds from Green Macroalgae for Biomedical Applications
Unmet Need • Sustainability: there is a need for materials supply that is both biocompatible and eco-friendly • Engineering constraints: many available cellulose scaffolds lack tunable structural features (e.g., pore size, fiber orientation) that closely mimic native extracellular matrices (ECM) for specific tissue engineering uses • Cost: bacterial cellulose (used for wound dressings and tissue […] Read More >
