Using Remote Fields for Complex Tissue Engineering.

Using Remote Fields for Complex Tissue Engineering.
Trends Biotechnol. 2019 Aug 19;:
Authors: Armstrong JPK, Stevens MM
Abstract
Great strides have been taken towards the in vitro engineering of clinically relevant tissue constructs using the classic triad of cells, materials, and biochemical factors. In this perspective, we highlight ways in which these elements can be manipulated or stimulated using a fourth component: the application of remote fields. This arena has gained great momentum over the last few years, with a recent surge of interest in using magnetic, optical, and acoustic fields to guide the organization of cells, materials, and biochemical factors. We summarize recent developments and trends in this arena and then lay out a series of challenges that we believe, if met, could enable the widespread adoption of remote fields in mainstream tissue engineering.
PMID: 31439372 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Trends in Biotechnology - August 18, 2019 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Armstrong JPK, Stevens MM Tags: Trends Biotechnol Source Type: research