Enhanced Scaffolds with Fluorescent Nanodiamonds
Bioprinting (2023)
The article presents a study on melt electrowritten scaffolds embedded with fluorescent nanodiamonds (FNDs) for enhanced mechanical properties and degradation monitoring in biomedical applications. The addition of a minute amount (0.001 wt%) of FNDs to polycaprolactone (PCL) significantly improved the scaffolds' tensile modulus and cell proliferation rates while offering the capability for real-time tracking of degradation. These scaffolds showed slower hydrolytic degradation, making them suitable for long-term biomedical applications. This innovative approach combines the benefits of melt electrowriting's precision and the unique properties of FNDs, highlighting the potential for creating advanced scaffolds for tissue engineering.
