The traditional two-dimensional (2D) in vitro cell culture system (on a flat support) has long
been used in cancer research. However, this system cannot be fully translated into clinical …

Light-initiated polymerization processes are currently an important tool in various industrial
fields. The advancement of technology has resulted in the use of photopolymerization in …

Designing of biologically active scaffolds with optimal characteristics is one of the key factors
for successful tissue engineering. Recently, hydrogels have received a considerable interest …

Hydrogels, due to their unique biocompatibility, flexible methods of synthesis, range of
constituents, and desirable physical characteristics, have been the material of choice for …

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a linear polysaccharide of d-glucuronic acid and N-acetyl-d-
glucosamine that is native to many tissues and interacts with cells via cell-surface receptors …

Presented here is a cytocompatible covalently adaptable hydrogel uniquely capable of
mimicking the complex biophysical properties of native tissue and enabling natural cell …

To create artificial cartilage in vitro, mimicking the function of native extracellular matrix
(ECM) and morphological cartilage‐like shape is essential. The interplay of cell patterning …

Bringing to life the fascinating structures and unique mechanics of natural and biomedical
cellular materials, this book is an expert guide to the subject for graduates and researchers …

Encapsulating cells in biodegradable hydrogels offers numerous attractive features for
tissue engineering, including ease of handling, a highly hydrated tissue-like environment for …

Hyaline cartilage serves as a low-friction and wear-resistant articulating surface in load-
bearing, diarthrodial joints. Unfortunately, as the avascular, alymphatic nature of cartilage …