A putative design for the electromagnetic activation of split proteins for molecular and cellular manipulation
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The ability to manipulate cellular function using an external stimulus is a powerful strategy for studying complex biological phenomena. One approach to modulate the function of the cellular environment is split proteins. In this method, a biologically active protein or an enzyme is fragmented so that it reassembles only upon a specific stimulus. Although many tools are available to induce these systems, nature has provided other mechanisms to expand the split protein toolbox. Here, we show a novel method for reconstituting split proteins using magnetic stimulation. We found that the electroma ..read more
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Advancements in CHO metabolomics: techniques, current state and evolving methodologies
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Background: Investigating the metabolic behaviour of different cellular phenotypes, i.e., good/bad grower and/or producer, in production culture is important to identify the key metabolite(s)/pathway(s) that regulate cell growth and/or recombinant protein production to improve the overall yield. Currently, LC-MS, GC-MS and NMR are the most used and advanced technologies for investigating the metabolome. Although contributed significantly in the domain, each technique has its own biasness towards specific metabolites or class of metabolites due to various reasons including variability in the co ..read more
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Current application and future perspectives of antimicrobial degradable bone substitutes for chronic osteomyelitis
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Chronic osteomyelitis remains a persistent challenge for the surgeons due to its refractory nature. Generally, treatment involves extensive debridement of necrotic bone, filling of dead space, adequate antimicrobial therapy, bone reconstruction, and rehabilitation. However, the optimal choice of bone substitute to manage the bone defect remains debatable. This paper reviewed the clinical evidence for antimicrobial biodegradable bone substitutes in the treatment of osteomyelitis in recent years. Indeed, this combination was proved to eradicate infection and facilitate bone reconstruction, which ..read more
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Periodic static compression of micro-strain pattern regulates endochondral bone formation
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Introduction: Developmental engineering based on endochondral ossification has been proposed as a potential strategy for repairing of critical bone defects. Bone development is driven by growth plate-mediated endochondral ossification. Under physiological conditions, growth plate chondrocytes undergo compressive forces characterized by micro-mechanics, but the regulatory effect of micro-mechanical loading on endochondral bone formation has not been investigated. Methods: In this study, a periodic static compression (PSC) model characterized by micro-strain (with 0.5% strain) was designed to cl ..read more
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The relationship between lateral femoral condyle ratio measured by MRI and anterior cruciate ligament injury
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Background: Previous studies have shown that the lateral femoral condyle ratio (LFCR) measured by X-ray has a significant relationship with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. However, few relevant studies have been performed on LFCR measured by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Purpose: (1) To evaluate the relationship between LFCR measured by MRI and ACL injury or rerupture. (2) To compare the LFCR measured by MRI with existing bony morphological risk factors and screen out the most predictive risk factors for primary ACL injury or rerupture. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evi ..read more
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Stress reduction through cortical bone thickening improves bone mechanical behavior in adult female Beclin-1+/− mice
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Fragility fractures, which are more prevalent in women, may be significantly influenced by autophagy due to altered bone turnover. As an essential mediator of autophagy, Beclin-1 modulates bone homeostasis by regulating osteoclast and chondrocyte differentiation, however, the alteration in the local bone mechanical environment in female Beclin-1+/− mice remains unclear. In this study, our aim is to investigate the biomechanical behavior of femurs from seven-month-old female wild-type (WT) and Beclin-1+/− mice under peak physiological load, using finite element analysis on micro-CT images. Micr ..read more
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Optimization of a tunable process for rapid production of calcium phosphate microparticles using a droplet-based microfluidic platform
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Calcium phosphate (CaP) biomaterials are amongst the most widely used synthetic bone graft substitutes, owing to their chemical similarities to the mineral part of bone matrix and off-the-shelf availability. However, their ability to regenerate bone in critical-sized bone defects has remained inferior to the gold standard autologous bone. Hence, there is a need for methods that can be employed to efficiently produce CaPs with different properties, enabling the screening and consequent fine-tuning of the properties of CaPs towards effective bone regeneration. To this end, we propose the use of ..read more
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Paraguay’s approach to biotechnology governance: a comprehensive guide
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This study analyzes Paraguay’s biotechnology regulatory framework and its alignment with international standards amid biotechnological advancements. It also identifies areas of improvement for enhancing framework effectiveness. Through this work, we aim to provide a resource for policymakers, stakeholders, and researchers navigating Paraguay’s biotechnology regulation ..read more
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Analyzing isolated degeneration of lumbar facet joints: implications for degenerative instability and lumbar biomechanics using finite element analysis
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The facet joint contributes to lumbar spine stability as it supports the weight of body along with the intervertebral discs. However, most studies on the causes of degenerative lumbar diseases focus on the intervertebral discs and often overlook the facet joints. This study aimed to investigate the impact of facet joint degeneration on the degenerative changes and diseases of the lumbar spine. A finite element model of the lumbar spine (L1–S1) was fabricated and validated to study the biomechanical characteristics of the facet joints. To simulate degeneration of the facet joint, the model was ..read more
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Codon-optimization in gene therapy: promises, prospects and challenges
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Codon optimization has evolved to enhance protein expression efficiency by exploiting the genetic code’s redundancy, allowing for multiple codon options for a single amino acid. Initially observed in E. coli, optimal codon usage correlates with high gene expression, which has propelled applications expanding from basic research to biopharmaceuticals and vaccine development. The method is especially valuable for adjusting immune responses in gene therapies and has the potenial to create tissue-specific therapies. However, challenges persist, such as the risk of unintended effects on protein fun ..read more
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