Quantifying the Vasculogenic Potential of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell-Derived Endothelial Progenitors in Collagen Hydrogels
2019
IMPACT STATEMENT: Our work reinforces the role of extracellular matrix (ECM) density and matrix metalloprotease activity on the formation of microvasculature from induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived vascular cells. The cell-matrix interactions discussed in this study underscore the importance of understanding the role of mechanoregulation and matrix degradation on vasculogenesis and can potentially drive the development of ECM-mimicking angiogenic biomaterials. Furthermore, our work has broader implications concerning the response of iPSC-derived cells to the mechanics of engineered microenvironments. An understanding of these interactions will be critical to creating physiologically relevant transplantable tissue replacements.
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