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Tissue Engineering: A Primer with Laboratory Demonstrations
Tissue Engineering: A Primer with Laboratory Demonstrations
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Tissue Engineering: A Primer with Laboratory Demonstrations is a textbook that covers the fundamental basics of tissue engineering with simple, low-cost, and easy-to-implement laboratory modules and images and data for all laboratory exercises. It is appropriate for upper-undergraduate and graduate-level courses in cell and tissue engineering.
Format: Hardback
Length: 267 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Tissue engineering is a rapidly advancing field that involves the creation of functional tissues and organs for medical applications. It encompasses a wide range of techniques, including stem cell cultivation, biomaterials synthesis, and tissue scaffold design. In this primer, we will delve into the fundamental principles of tissue engineering and explore its applications in various fields.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Tissue Engineering
Tissue engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines biology, engineering, and medicine to develop tissues and organs that can replace damaged or diseased tissues in the human body. It aims to restore the function and structure of damaged tissues and organs, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Chapter 2: Stem Cell Cultivation and Differentiation
Stem cells are the building blocks of tissue engineering. They have the ability to differentiate into various cell types, which can be used to create tissues and organs. In this chapter, we will discuss the methods of stem cell cultivation and differentiation, including embryonic stem cells, induced pluripotent stem cells, and adult stem cells.
Chapter 3: Biomaterials Synthesis
Biomaterials are essential components of tissue engineering. They provide the structural and biochemical support for cells to grow and function. In this chapter, we will explore the different types of biomaterials used in tissue engineering, including polymers, ceramics, and metals.
Chapter 4: Tissue Scaffold Design
Tissue scaffolds are the three-dimensional structures that support cell growth and differentiation. In this chapter, we will discuss the design principles of tissue scaffolds, including their composition, structure, and properties.
Chapter 5: Cell-Seeding and Culture
Cell seeding and culture are critical steps in tissue engineering. In this chapter, we will discuss the methods of cell seeding and culture, including the use of bioreactors and cell culture chambers.
Chapter 6: Biomimetic Approaches
Biomimetic approaches aim to recreate the natural tissue environment. In this chapter, we will discuss the use of biomimetic materials and techniques to create tissues and organs that mimic the function and structure of natural tissues.
Chapter 7: Clinical Applications
Tissue engineering has numerous clinical applications, including tissue replacement, drug delivery, and regenerative medicine. In this chapter, we will explore the different clinical applications of tissue engineering and discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with these applications.
Chapter 8: Future Trends and Challenges
Tissue engineering is a rapidly evolving field, and there are numerous challenges and opportunities that need to be addressed. In this chapter, we will discuss the future trends and challenges in tissue engineering, including the development of new technologies, the optimization of tissue scaffold design, and the integration of tissue engineering with other fields such as bioinformatics and nanotechnology.
In conclusion, tissue engineering is a promising field that has the potential to revolutionize medical treatment. By understanding the fundamental principles of tissue engineering and exploring its applications in various fields, we can develop new therapies and improve patient outcomes.
Tissue engineering is a rapidly advancing field that involves the creation of functional tissues and organs for medical applications. It encompasses a wide range of techniques, including stem cell cultivation, biomaterials synthesis, and tissue scaffold design. In this primer, we will delve into the fundamental principles of tissue engineering and explore its applications in various fields.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Tissue Engineering
Tissue engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines biology, engineering, and medicine to develop tissues and organs that can replace damaged or diseased tissues in the human body. It aims to restore the function and structure of damaged tissues and organs, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Chapter 2: Stem Cell Cultivation and Differentiation
Stem cells are the building blocks of tissue engineering. They have the ability to differentiate into various cell types, which can be used to create tissues and organs. In this chapter, we will discuss the methods of stem cell cultivation and differentiation, including embryonic stem cells, induced pluripotent stem cells, and adult stem cells.
Chapter 3: Biomaterials Synthesis
Biomaterials are essential components of tissue engineering. They provide the structural and biochemical support for cells to grow and function. In this chapter, we will explore the different types of biomaterials used in tissue engineering, including polymers, ceramics, and metals.
Chapter 4: Tissue Scaffold Design
Tissue scaffolds are the three-dimensional structures that support cell growth and differentiation. In this chapter, we will discuss the design principles of tissue scaffolds, including their composition, structure, and properties.
Chapter 5: Cell-Seeding and Culture
Cell seeding and culture are critical steps in tissue engineering. In this chapter, we will discuss the methods of cell seeding and culture, including the use of bioreactors and cell culture chambers.
Chapter 6: Biomimetic Approaches
Biomimetic approaches aim to recreate the natural tissue environment. In this chapter, we will discuss the use of biomimetic materials and techniques to create tissues and organs that mimic the function and structure of natural tissues.
Chapter 7: Clinical Applications
Tissue engineering has numerous clinical applications, including tissue replacement, drug delivery, and regenerative medicine. In this chapter, we will explore the different clinical applications of tissue engineering and discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with these applications.
Chapter 8: Future Trends and Challenges
Tissue engineering is a rapidly evolving field, and there are numerous challenges and opportunities that need to be addressed. In this chapter, we will discuss the future trends and challenges in tissue engineering, including the development of new technologies, the optimization of tissue scaffold design, and the integration of tissue engineering with other fields such as bioinformatics and nanotechnology.
In conclusion, tissue engineering is a promising field that has the potential to revolutionize medical treatment. By understanding the fundamental principles of tissue engineering and exploring its applications in various fields, we can develop new therapies and improve patient outcomes.
Weight: 646g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030836955
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022
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