| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2024 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Advanced Biomaterials for Biomedical Implants
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| Presentation Title |
Exploring the Microstructure of Marine Sponge Spicules: Insights for Biomimetic Bone Tissue Engineering |
| Author(s) |
Niloofar Fani, Jenna Parke, Fariborz Tavangarian |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Niloofar Fani |
| Abstract Scope |
This study investigates the microstructure of spicules in marine sponges and explores their potential for biomedical applications. Spicules exhibit a concentric cylindrical structure similar to the Haversian canals in bone tissue. Advanced microscopy techniques were used to analyze spicules from Euplectella Aspergillum, documenting their size, shape, surface features, and internal organization. Elemental analysis determined their chemical composition and crystalline structure. Understanding spicule microarchitecture not only enhances our knowledge of marine sponges but also provides insights for developing biomimetic materials for bone tissue engineering. By mimicking the structure of spicules, bioinspired materials with improved mechanical properties can be created for biomedical applications, particularly in bone tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. This research bridges the gap between natural marine structures and biomedical applications, paving the way for innovative approaches in tissue engineering and biomaterial design. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Ceramics, Biomaterials, Composites |