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Marine-Derived Biomaterials for Tissue Regeneration

A special issue of Marine Drugs (ISSN 1660-3397). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomaterials of Marine Origin".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2024 | Viewed by 11544

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Tiago H. Silva

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3B’s Research Group, I3Bs—Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, Barco, 4805-017 Guimaraes, Portugal
Interests: marine biomaterials; bioinspired materials; tissue engineering; marine biotechnology; valorization of byproducts; biorefinery and circular economy; surface modification; biomedical applications
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Dr. Gabriela S. Diogo

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3B’s Research Group, I3Bs—Research Institute on Biomaterials, Bisodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Guimarães, Portugal
Interests: biological and bioinspired materials; marine collagen; 3D structures for tissue engineering (TE); regenerative medicine applications

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The processing of different materials derived from marine origin organisms has been explored in order to design of a broad range of medical applications, specifically in tissue engineering. Polymers and polysaccharides have been preferred for soft-tissue applications, while minerals like biosilicates and calcium phosphates, as well as composites, have found use in the regeneration of hard tissues. Combining materials technology and biotechnology, including advanced techniques (3D printing/bioprinting) of material processing, can be a step forward in the development of more complex and customized biomaterials and thus contribute to the booming field of personalized medicine. Another approach that is beginning to be addressed relies on the biological activities associated to some of those materials, enabling researchers to combine a structural role with a biochemical feature.

The present Special Issue aims to gather new insights on the latest advances in using marine biomass for the production of bio(functional) biomaterials, thus sitting at the interface between blue and red biotechnologies.

We invite colleagues to contribute with a research paper or review manuscript on the development of innovative blue biomaterials for use in tissue regeneration

Dr. Tiago H. Silva
Dr. Gabriela S. Diogo
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • polymers
  • polysaccharides
  • minerals
  • ceramics
  • marine biomaterials
  • customized biomaterials
  • tissue regeneration
  • collagen
  • chitin and chitosan
  • fish by-products

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Therapeutic Effect of Decellularized Extracellular Matrix from Fish Skin for Accelerating Skin Regeneration
by Seong-Yeong Heo, Tae-Hee Kim, Se-Chang Kim, Gun-Woo Oh, Soo-Jin Heo and Won-Kyo Jung
Mar. Drugs 2024, 22(10), 437; https://doi.org/10.3390/md22100437 - 26 Sep 2024
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A cellular matrix derived from natural tissue functions as a highly biocompatible and versatile material for wound healing application. It provides a complex and highly organized environment with biological molecules and physical stimuli. Recently, various kinds of tissue/organ decellularized extracellular matrixes (dECMs) from [...] Read more.
A cellular matrix derived from natural tissue functions as a highly biocompatible and versatile material for wound healing application. It provides a complex and highly organized environment with biological molecules and physical stimuli. Recently, various kinds of tissue/organ decellularized extracellular matrixes (dECMs) from bovine and porcine have been used as biomedical applications to support tissue regeneration but inherit religious restrictions and the risk of disease transmission to humans. Marine fish-derived dECMs are seen as attractive alternatives due to their similarity to mammalian physiology, reduced biological risks, and fewer religious restrictions. The aim of this study was to derive a decellularized matrix from the olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus) skin and evaluate its suitability as a wound healing application. Olive flounder skin was treated with a series of chemical treatments to remove cellular components. Decellularized fish skin (dFS) was confirmed to be successful in decellularization by evaluating the DNA content (2.84%). The dFS was characterized and evaluated in vivo to assess its biological activities. The mouse wound defect model was used to evaluate the in vivo performance of the dFS compared with that of the decellularized porcine skin (dPS). The resultant dFS was shown to enhance wound healing compared with the no-treatment group and dPS. This study suggests that dFS has potential for skin regeneration application. Full article
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Bioactive Glial-Derived Neurotrophic Factor from a Safe Injectable Collagen–Alginate Composite Gel Rescues Retinal Photoreceptors from Retinal Degeneration in Rabbits
by Tingyu Hu, Ting Zhou, Rajesh Kumar Goit, Ka Cheung Tam, Yau Kei Chan, Wai-Ching Lam and Amy Cheuk Yin Lo
Mar. Drugs 2024, 22(9), 394; https://doi.org/10.3390/md22090394 - 30 Aug 2024
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The management of vision-threatening retinal diseases remains challenging due to the lack of an effective drug delivery system. Encapsulated cell therapy (ECT) offers a promising approach for the continuous delivery of therapeutic agents without the need for immunosuppressants. In this context, an injectable [...] Read more.
The management of vision-threatening retinal diseases remains challenging due to the lack of an effective drug delivery system. Encapsulated cell therapy (ECT) offers a promising approach for the continuous delivery of therapeutic agents without the need for immunosuppressants. In this context, an injectable and terminable collagen–alginate composite (CAC) ECT gel, designed with a Tet-on pro-caspase-8 system, was developed as a safe intraocular drug delivery platform for the sustained release of glial-cell-line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) to treat retinal degenerative diseases. This study examined the potential clinical application of the CAC ECT gel, focusing on its safety, performance, and termination through doxycycline (Dox) administration in the eyes of healthy New Zealand White rabbits, as well as its therapeutic efficacy in rabbits with sodium-iodate (SI)-induced retinal degeneration. The findings indicated that the CAC ECT gel can be safely implanted without harming the retina or lens, displaying resistance to degradation, facilitating cell attachment, and secreting bioactive GDNF. Furthermore, the GDNF levels could be modulated by the number of implants. Moreover, Dox administration was effective in terminating gel function without causing retinal damage. Notably, rabbits with retinal degeneration treated with the gels exhibited significant functional recovery in both a-wave and b-wave amplitudes and showed remarkable efficacy in reducing photoreceptor apoptosis. Given its biocompatibility, mechanical stability, controlled drug release, terminability, and therapeutic effectiveness, our CAC ECT gel presents a promising therapeutic strategy for various retinal diseases in a clinical setting, eliminating the need for immunosuppressants. Full article
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Chemical Composition of Macroalgae Polysaccharides from Galician and Portugal Coasts: Seasonal Variations and Biological Properties
by Sónia P. Miguel, Caíque D’Angelo, Maximiano P. Ribeiro, Rogério Simões and Paula Coutinho
Mar. Drugs 2023, 21(11), 589; https://doi.org/10.3390/md21110589 - 10 Nov 2023
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Crude polysaccharides extracted from the Codium sp. and Osmundea sp. macroalgae collected in different seasons (winter, spring and summer) from the Galician and North Portugal coasts were characterised, aiming to support their biomedical application to wound healing. An increase in polysaccharides’ sulphate content [...] Read more.
Crude polysaccharides extracted from the Codium sp. and Osmundea sp. macroalgae collected in different seasons (winter, spring and summer) from the Galician and North Portugal coasts were characterised, aiming to support their biomedical application to wound healing. An increase in polysaccharides’ sulphate content was registered from winter to summer, and higher values were obtained for Osmundea sp. In turn, the monosaccharide composition constantly changed with a decrease in glucose in Osmundea sp. from spring to winter. For Codium sp., a higher increase was noticed regarding glucose content in the Galician and Portugal coasts. Galactose was the major monosaccharide in all the samples, remaining stable in all seasons and collection sites. These results corroborate the sulphate content and antioxidant activity, since the Osmundea sp.-derived polysaccharides collected in summer exhibited higher scavenging radical ability. The biocompatibility and wound scratch assays revealed that the Osmundea sp. polysaccharide extracted from the Portugal coast in summer possessed more potential for promoting fibroblast migration. This study on seasonal variations of polysaccharides, sulphate content, monosaccharide composition and, consequently, biological properties provides practical guidance for determining the optimal season for algae harvest to standardise preparations of polysaccharides for the biomedical field. Full article
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Development of Bi- and Tri-Layer Nanofibrous Membranes Based on the Sulfated Polysaccharide Carrageenan for Periodontal Tissue Regeneration
by Stefanos Kikionis, Konstantina Iliou, Aikaterini G. Karra, Georgios Polychronis, Ioannis Choinopoulos, Hermis Iatrou, George Eliades, Efthymia Kitraki, Ioulia Tseti, Spiros Zinelis, Efstathia Ioannou and Vassilios Roussis
Mar. Drugs 2023, 21(11), 565; https://doi.org/10.3390/md21110565 - 28 Oct 2023
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Periodontitis is a microbially-induced inflammation of the periodontium that is characterized by the destruction of the periodontal ligament (PDL) and alveolar bone and constitutes the principal cause of teeth loss in adults. Periodontal tissue regeneration can be achieved through guided tissue/bone regeneration (GTR/GBR) [...] Read more.
Periodontitis is a microbially-induced inflammation of the periodontium that is characterized by the destruction of the periodontal ligament (PDL) and alveolar bone and constitutes the principal cause of teeth loss in adults. Periodontal tissue regeneration can be achieved through guided tissue/bone regeneration (GTR/GBR) membranes that act as a physical barrier preventing epithelial infiltration and providing adequate time and space for PDL cells and osteoblasts to proliferate into the affected area. Electrospun nanofibrous scaffolds, simulating the natural architecture of the extracellular matrix (ECM), have attracted increasing attention in periodontal tissue engineering. Carrageenans are ideal candidates for the development of novel nanofibrous GTR/GBR membranes, since previous studies have highlighted the potential of carrageenans for bone regeneration by promoting the attachment and proliferation of osteoblasts. Herein, we report the development of bi- and tri-layer nanofibrous GTR/GBR membranes based on carrageenans and other biocompatible polymers for the regeneration of periodontal tissue. The fabricated membranes were morphologically characterized, and their thermal and mechanical properties were determined. Their periodontal tissue regeneration potential was investigated through the evaluation of cell attachment, biocompatibility, and osteogenic differentiation of human PDL cells seeded on the prepared membranes. Full article
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Recent Advances in Marine Biomaterials Tailored and Primed for the Treatment of Damaged Soft Tissues
by Moon Sung Kang, Hyo Jung Jo, Hee Jeong Jang, Bongju Kim, Tae Gon Jung and Dong-Wook Han
Mar. Drugs 2023, 21(12), 611; https://doi.org/10.3390/md21120611 - 25 Nov 2023
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The inherent self-repair abilities of the body often fall short when it comes to addressing injuries in soft tissues like skin, nerves, and cartilage. Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine have concentrated their research efforts on creating natural biomaterials to overcome this intrinsic healing [...] Read more.
The inherent self-repair abilities of the body often fall short when it comes to addressing injuries in soft tissues like skin, nerves, and cartilage. Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine have concentrated their research efforts on creating natural biomaterials to overcome this intrinsic healing limitation. This comprehensive review delves into the advancement of such biomaterials using substances and components sourced from marine origins. These marine-derived materials offer a sustainable alternative to traditional mammal-derived sources, harnessing their advantageous biological traits including sustainability, scalability, reduced zoonotic disease risks, and fewer religious restrictions. The use of diverse engineering methodologies, ranging from nanoparticle engineering and decellularization to 3D bioprinting and electrospinning, has been employed to fabricate scaffolds based on marine biomaterials. Additionally, this review assesses the most promising aspects in this field while acknowledging existing constraints and outlining necessary future steps for advancement. Full article
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