BMC Nephrology invites submissions to our Collection on Decellularized organs and renal engineering.
Decellularized organs and renal engineering represent a cutting-edge area of research with the potential to revolutionize the field of nephrology. Decellularization involves the removal of cellular components from organs, leaving behind the extracellular matrix, which can then be repopulated with patient-derived cells to create functional tissues. This approach holds promise for developing bioengineered kidneys and renal tissues for transplantation and regenerative medicine.
Advancing research on decellularized organs and renal engineering is crucial for addressing the growing demand for kidney transplants and alternative renal replacement therapies. Recent studies demonstrate the successful generation of decellularized kidney scaffolds and their repopulation with patient-derived cells, leading to the development of functional renal tissues in experimental models. Moreover, innovative techniques such as bioprinting and cell-based tissue engineering have shown potential for creating complex renal structures.
Looking ahead, ongoing research in this area may lead to significant breakthroughs in kidney regeneration and bioengineering. Potential advances include the refinement of decellularization techniques, the development of novel biomaterials for renal engineering, and the translation of experimental models to clinical applications, ultimately offering new therapeutic options for patients with renal diseases.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Decellularized kidney scaffolds
- Renal tissue engineering
- Bioprinting for kidney regeneration
- Patient-derived cells in renal bioengineering
- Experimental models for renal engineering
- Microfluidic platforms for kidney-on-a-chip models
- Biomimetic renal tubule constructs for in vitro drug testing
- Immunomodulatory strategies in renal tissue engineering
- 3D bioprinting of vascularized renal tissues
- Bioinformatics and computational modeling in renal bioengineering
This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing.
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