Abstract:
A bioresorbable implant composition includes a polymeric macro- or micro-scaffold and first and second bioactive agents respectively incorporated on or within the polymeric macro- or micro-scaffold. The first and second bioactive agents modulate a different function and/or characteristic of a cell.
Abstract:
A method is provided for promoting salivary gland regeneration in a subject in need thereof comprising administering to acinar progenitor cells of the salivary gland at least one of a cholinergic agonist or muscarinic agonist to promote acinar cell generation. In particular, formulations comprising a muscarinic agonist such as cevimeline encapsulated in an alginate hydrogel can be formulated for local administration to a salivary gland and used in treatment of xerostomia.
Abstract:
A photocrosslinked biodegradable hydrogel includes a plurality of natural polymer macromers cross-linked with a plurality of hydrolyzable acrylate cross-links. The hydrogel is cytocompatible and produces substantially non-toxic products upon degradation.
Abstract:
A photocrosslinked biodegradable hydrogel includes a plurality of natural polymer macromers cross-linked with a plurality of hydrolyzable acrylate cross-links. The hydrogel is cytocompatible and produces substantially non-toxic products upon degradation.
Abstract:
A photocrosslinked biodegradable hydrogel includes a plurality of natural polymer macromers cross-linked with a plurality of hydrolyzable acrylate cross-links. The hydrogel is cytocompatible and produces substantially non-toxic products upon degradation.
Abstract:
A photocrosslinked biodegradable hydrogel includes a plurality of natural polymer macromers cross-linked with a plurality of hydrolyzable acrylate cross-links. The hydrogel is cytocompatible and produces substantially non-toxic products upon degradation.