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ReviewInternational journal of molecular sciences2024

Advances and Challenges of Bioassembly Strategies in Neurovascular In Vitro Modeling: An Overview of Current Technologies with a Focus on Three-Dimensional Bioprinting.

Salvatore Mancuso, Aditya Bhalerao, Luca Cucullo

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Review in International journal of molecular sciences, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

5 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Salvatore MancusoDepartment of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Oakland University, Rochester, MI 48309, USA.
Aditya BhaleraoDepartment of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Oakland University, Rochester, MI 48309, USA.
Luca CuculloDepartment of Foundational Medical Studies, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, 586 Pioneer Dr, 460 O'Dowd Hall, Rochester, MI 48309, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-2827-7162

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Bioassembly encompasses various techniques such as bioprinting, microfluidics, organoids, and self-assembly, enabling advances in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Advancements in bioassembly technologies have enabled the precise arrangement and integration of various cell types to more closely mimic the complexity functionality of the neurovascular unit (NVU) and that of other biodiverse multicellular tissue structures. In this context, bioprinting offers the ability to deposit cells in a spatially controlled manner, facilitating the construction of interconnected networks. Scaffold-based assembly strategies provide structural support and guidance cues for cell growth, enabling the formation of complex bio-constructs. Self-assembly approaches utilize the inherent properties of cells to drive the spontaneous organization and interaction of neuronal and vascular components. However, recreating the intricate microarchitecture and functional characteristics of a tissue/organ poses additional challenges. Advancements in bioassembly techniques and materials hold great promise for addressing these challenges. The further refinement of bioprinting technologies, such as improved resolution and the incorporation of multiple cell types, can enhance the accuracy and complexity of the biological constructs; however, developing bioinks that support the growth of cells, viability, and functionality while maintaining compatibility with the bioassembly process remains an unmet need in the field, and further advancements in the design of bioactive and biodegradable scaffolds will aid in controlling cell adhesion, differentiation, and vascularization within the engineered tissue. Additionally, integrating advanced imaging and analytical techniques can provide real-time monitoring and characterization of bioassembly, aiding in quality control and optimization. While challenges remain, ongoing research and technological advancements propel the field forward, paving the way for transformative developments in neurovascular research and tissue engineering. This work provides an overview of the advancements, challenges, and future perspectives in bioassembly for fabricating neurovascular constructs with an add-on focus on bioprinting technologies.

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BioprintingPrinting, Three-DimensionalTissue EngineeringTissue ScaffoldsAnimalsHumansNeuronsRegenerative Medicinealternativesbiomaterialbioprintingblood-brain barriercellsin vitromatrixneurovascular

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PMID39456783
PMCPMC11506837

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