Reducing bacterial colonization of 3-d nanofiber cell scaffolds by hierarchical assembly of microgels and an antimicrobial Peptide.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
The hierarchical electrostatic deposition of anionic microgels and a cationic oligopeptide throughout a PCL-chitosan nanofiber scaffold inhibits S. epidermidis colonization of the scaffold interior while promoting osteoblast adhesion, spreading, and proliferation on the scaffold surface.
Medical subject headings
- Antimicrobial Cationic Peptides
- Drug Carriers
- Equipment Contamination
- Staphylococcus epidermidis
- Tissue Scaffolds