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ArticleResearch (Washington, D.C.)2025

Structure-Inspired Lineage-Specific Matrix for Endogenous Neurogenesis in Spinal Cord Injury.

Bo Wu, Xuejiao Lei, Xufang Ru, Jiangling Zhou, Hao Liu, Yibo Gan, Yan Wang, Wenyan Li

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Article in Research (Washington, D.C.), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Bo WuSchool of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China.
Xuejiao LeiDepartment of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Chongqing 400038, China.
Xufang RuDepartment of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Chongqing 400038, China.
Jiangling ZhouDepartment of Orthopaedics, Southwest Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), Chongqing 400038, China.
Hao LiuDepartment of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Beijing 100853, China.
Yibo GanDepartment of Spine Surgery, Center of Orthopedics, State Key Laboratory of Trauma and Chemical Poisoning, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing 400042, China.
Yan WangDepartment of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Chinese People's Liberation Army, Beijing 100853, China.
Wenyan LiDepartment of Neurosurgery, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Chongqing 400038, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1861-6383

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Abstract

Spinal cord injury (SCI) poses substantial challenges, often leading to permanent disability and requiring adequate neuronal regeneration for functional repair. Decellularized spinal cord (DSC) matrices hold promise due to their native 3-dimensional (3D) structure and extracellular matrix (ECM)-derived biochemical components. However, their limited mechanical properties and insufficient availability of growth factors hinder their effectiveness. To address these limitations, this study introduces a core-shell design that reinforces DSC with a hydrogel-based matrix capable of delivering essential growth factors while preserving its natural structure. By leveraging 3D printing and electrostatic adsorption, the engineered matrix retains the topological features of DSC while introducing new topographical and neurogenic cues. These instructive cues facilitated an 11-fold increase in the number of newly generated neuronal cells, demonstrating lineage-specific neuronal regeneration in vivo. Mechanistically, the synergistic effects of ECM-inspired structure and biochemical cues activated the ITGA2/ITGA11-ERK/AKT signaling axis and promoted M2 macrophage/microglia polarization, thereby reducing cavity and scar formation. This optimized microenvironment enhanced endogenous neurogenesis and supported functional recovery after SCI. Overall, this study developed a structure-inspired lineage-specific matrix that effectively stimulates endogenous neuronal regeneration, highlighting its potential for advancing spinal cord repair strategies.

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