Current approaches for modulation of the nanoscale interface in the regulation of cell behavior

Nanomedicine. 2018 Oct;14(7):2455-2464. doi: 10.1016/j.nano.2017.03.020. Epub 2017 May 26.

Abstract

Regulation of cell behavior in response to nanoscale features has been the focus of much research in recent years and the successful generation of nanoscale features capable of mimicking the natural nanoscale interface has been of great interest in the field of biomaterials research. In this review, we discuss relevant nanofabrication techniques and how they are combined with bioengineering applications to mimic the natural extracellular matrix (ECM) and create valuable nanoscale interfaces.

Keywords: Biomaterials; Extracellular matrix; Interface; Nanofabrication.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biocompatible Materials / chemistry*
  • Biomimetics*
  • Cell Adhesion*
  • Extracellular Matrix / chemistry*
  • Humans
  • Nanostructures / chemistry*

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials