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What is a primary function of bioreactors in bone tissue engineering?
What is a primary function of bioreactors in bone tissue engineering?
Which type of cells are primarily involved in tendon tissue engineering?
Which type of cells are primarily involved in tendon tissue engineering?
Which factor is essential for promoting tendon-related proteins in tendon tissue engineering?
Which factor is essential for promoting tendon-related proteins in tendon tissue engineering?
In cardiac tissue engineering, which cell type can develop into cardiomyocytes?
In cardiac tissue engineering, which cell type can develop into cardiomyocytes?
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What substrate is commonly used for tendon tissue engineering?
What substrate is commonly used for tendon tissue engineering?
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What role does the hydrodynamic shear stress play in cardiac tissue engineering?
What role does the hydrodynamic shear stress play in cardiac tissue engineering?
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Which of the following materials would be most suitable for a 3D bioreactor design in bone tissue engineering?
Which of the following materials would be most suitable for a 3D bioreactor design in bone tissue engineering?
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Which mechanical factor is crucial for maintaining the biological function of tendon cells?
Which mechanical factor is crucial for maintaining the biological function of tendon cells?
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What is a primary function of bioreactors in cardiac tissue engineering?
What is a primary function of bioreactors in cardiac tissue engineering?
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What role does mechanical stretch play in cardiac tissue engineering within bioreactors?
What role does mechanical stretch play in cardiac tissue engineering within bioreactors?
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Which characteristic is vital for the design of substrates used in bioreactors?
Which characteristic is vital for the design of substrates used in bioreactors?
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What effect does bioreactor preconditioning have on decellularized scaffolds in vascular grafts?
What effect does bioreactor preconditioning have on decellularized scaffolds in vascular grafts?
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How do lab-on-a-chip systems relate to bioreactors?
How do lab-on-a-chip systems relate to bioreactors?
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What is a significant benefit of using a perfusion chamber in bioreactors?
What is a significant benefit of using a perfusion chamber in bioreactors?
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What aspect of bioreactor systems enhances vascular smooth muscle cells specifically?
What aspect of bioreactor systems enhances vascular smooth muscle cells specifically?
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Which of the following best describes the control of reagent flow in lab-on-a-chip systems?
Which of the following best describes the control of reagent flow in lab-on-a-chip systems?
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What is a key advantage of using rotating wall bioreactors?
What is a key advantage of using rotating wall bioreactors?
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What aspect of hollow fibre perfusion bioreactors contributes to reduced cell stress?
What aspect of hollow fibre perfusion bioreactors contributes to reduced cell stress?
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Which of the following is NOT a principle tissue type in tissue engineering?
Which of the following is NOT a principle tissue type in tissue engineering?
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What is a necessary environmental condition for bone tissue engineering?
What is a necessary environmental condition for bone tissue engineering?
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In bioreactor applications, what is the primary benefit of using mesenchymal stem cells?
In bioreactor applications, what is the primary benefit of using mesenchymal stem cells?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes a characteristic of bioreactors?
Which of the following statements accurately describes a characteristic of bioreactors?
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What role do Ca2+ ions and trace ions play in bioreactor environments?
What role do Ca2+ ions and trace ions play in bioreactor environments?
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What is one of the main benefits of automated cell harvesting in hollow fibre bioreactors?
What is one of the main benefits of automated cell harvesting in hollow fibre bioreactors?
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What happens to the growth rate of cells when there is no substrate present?
What happens to the growth rate of cells when there is no substrate present?
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What factor does NOT affect the rate of diffusion of molecules?
What factor does NOT affect the rate of diffusion of molecules?
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In the equation J = -D(dc/dx), what does 'J' represent?
In the equation J = -D(dc/dx), what does 'J' represent?
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Which aspect is critical for controlling cell function within bioreactors?
Which aspect is critical for controlling cell function within bioreactors?
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What indicates a strong concentration gradient in terms of molecular diffusion?
What indicates a strong concentration gradient in terms of molecular diffusion?
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What is a critical feature of lab-on-a-chip technology?
What is a critical feature of lab-on-a-chip technology?
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Which material is commonly used in fabricating lab-on-a-chip devices?
Which material is commonly used in fabricating lab-on-a-chip devices?
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How is the cumulative consumption of a substance by cells over time calculated?
How is the cumulative consumption of a substance by cells over time calculated?
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What does Monod's equation/model help to estimate?
What does Monod's equation/model help to estimate?
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In the equation $dN/dt = µ(S).N$, what does N represent?
In the equation $dN/dt = µ(S).N$, what does N represent?
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the growth rate of cells in limited supply?
Which of the following factors does NOT affect the growth rate of cells in limited supply?
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What is the term for the specific uptake rate per cell?
What is the term for the specific uptake rate per cell?
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Which of the following describes a characteristic of lab-on-a-chip devices?
Which of the following describes a characteristic of lab-on-a-chip devices?
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Study Notes
Bioreactors Design for Tissue Engineering
- Bioreactors are specialized chambers used to cultivate cells and tissues for medical or industrial applications.
- They are designed to mimic the natural environment of specific tissues, providing controlled conditions to stimulate cell growth and function.
- The goal is to produce viable tissues for transplantation or to generate valuable biomaterials.
Bone Tissue Engineering
- Cell types: Osteoblasts (bone-forming cells) and mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), which can differentiate into osteoblasts.
- Environment: Hydrodynamic shear stress (controlled flow), slightly basic pH (7.8-8.4), calcium ions (Ca2+), and other trace ions (Si, Zn, Mg, Sr).
- Growth factors: Various growth factors promote bone formation.
- Mechanical loading: Applying mechanical stress, like compression or tension, mimics the natural forces experienced by bone and can enhance bone growth.
- Bioreactor design: Multiple input/output channels for precise control of flow, electrical connections for applying stimuli, and integrated circuits for monitoring and data acquisition.
Tendon Tissue Engineering
- Cell types: Tenocytes (mature tendon cells), tendon stem cells, MSCs, and embryonic stem cells, all capable of differentiating into tenocytes.
- Environment: Conventional media with ions, mechanical dynamic loading, and growth factors like transforming growth factor (TGF) and growth differentiation factor 5 (GDF5).
- Growth factors: Promote tendon-related protein production, including collagen types I and III, elastin, tenascin (TNC), and tenomodulin (TNM).
- Substrate: Aligned fibers (silk, collagen) for mimicking the natural alignment of tendon fibers and promote cell growth in a specific orientation.
Cardiac Tissue Engineering
- Cell types: Cardiomyocytes (heart muscle cells), MSCs, and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), which can be reprogrammed to become cardiomyocytes.
- Environment: Hydrodynamic shear stress, electrical stimulation, mechanical loading, and magnetic fields.
- Growth factors: Promote the expression of heart-related proteins like cardiac troponin, actinin, myosin, and connexin.
- Substrate: 3D, porous, degradable, and compliant materials to mimic the natural environment of heart tissue.
- Bioreactor design: Multimodal modular designs with features like mechanical stretch capabilities for mimicking heart contractions, perfusion chambers for continuous media exchange, and sensors for real-time force measurements.
Vascular Tissue Engineering
- Bioreactor system: Enhances cellular proliferation, alignment, and maturation of vascular smooth muscle cells.
- Preconditioning: Accelerates the formation of a muscular layer on decellularized scaffolds, improving the functionality of engineered vascular grafts.
Lab-on-a-Chip Bioreactors
- Miniaturized bioreactors: Allow for the creation of "organ-on-a-chip" models with integrated cells.
- Microfluidic channels and chambers: Enable precise control of reagent flow and interaction of cells and biomolecules at the micro-scale.
- Material selection: Popular choice is polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), a versatile polymer with good optical properties.
- Fabrication: Polymeric materials are cast or etched to create the desired microfluidic structures.
Bioreactors and Clinical Translation
- Insulin production: Bioreactors are used to produce insulin and other therapeutic proteins in biopharmaceuticals.
- Tissue repair and engineering: Bioreactors contribute to the advancement of regenerative medicine, assisting in the development of new tissues and organs for transplantation.
Significance of Mathematical Equations in Bioreactors
- Cell growth rate: Equations are used to model cell growth rates based on factors like substrate concentration, nutrient uptake, and diffusion.
- Monod's equation: Describes the relationship between cell growth rate and substrate concentration.
- Diffusion: Mathematical models help to analyze and optimize nutrient and gas diffusion within the bioreactor environment.
Rotating Wall Bioreactors
- Low shear forces: Provide a gentle and uniform mixing environment, reducing cell damage caused by turbulent flow.
- High mass transfer: Ensure effective delivery of nutrients and removal of waste products.
- 3D cell culture: Suitable for cultivating cells in a 3D environment, mimicking the natural structure of tissues.
Hollow Fiber Perfusion Bioreactors
- Consistent and physiologically relevant culture environment: Mimic the natural conditions experienced by cells in the body.
- Automated cell harvesting and inoculation: Enable efficient production and maintenance of cell cultures.
- High yield and density: Promote robust cell growth and production.
- Reduced cell stress due to minimal shear forces: Contribute to cell viability and function.
- Economical and sustainable: Offer cost-effective solutions for large-scale cell culture and tissue engineering applications.
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This quiz explores the crucial role of bioreactors in tissue engineering, focusing specifically on bone tissue. You'll learn about the optimal conditions for cultivating osteoblasts, the significance of mechanical loading, and various growth factors necessary for bone formation. Test your understanding of designing bioreactors tailored for biomedical applications.
