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Yonsei University and MIT researchers develop biomaterial to treat oral inflammation
A joint research team from Yonsei University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Sungkyunkwan University has developed a new biomaterial designed to treat oral inflammation. Unlike traditional antibacterial or sterilizing agents that indiscriminately eliminate both harmful and beneficial bacteria, this new material mimics the physical and chemical properties of human mucosal surfaces.
By replicating the unique environment of the mucosa, the material prevents harmful bacteria from clustering into dense biofilms, which are often resistant to external attacks and cause chronic inflammation. Simultaneously, the material allows beneficial symbiotic microorganisms to remain stable, helping to restore a healthy microbial balance.
In animal studies involving infectious wounds, the application of this biomaterial significantly reduced both acute and chronic inflammatory responses. Genetic analysis also confirmed a decrease in harmful bacteria and a suppression of gene expression related to pathogenic toxin production. Researchers suggest the technology could eventually be used for dental implant coatings, oral health patches, and treatments for other chronic inflammatory conditions like skin or intestinal diseases.
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Advanced Materials · Choi Seong-hwan · Massachusetts Institute of Technology · Sungkyunkwan University · Yonsei University
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Testing on animal infectious wounds showed a significant reduction in acute and chronic inflammation. www.bosa.co.kr · www.thebionews.net · www.bokuennews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The material suppressed gene expression related to the production of pathogenic toxins. www.bosa.co.kr · www.thebionews.net · www.bokuennews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The research findings were published in the international journal Advanced Materials. www.bosa.co.kr · www.thebionews.net · www.bokuennews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The material maintains a healthy microbial ecosystem by protecting beneficial bacteria. www.bosa.co.kr · www.thebionews.net · www.bokuennews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The biomaterial inhibits the formation of harmful bacterial biofilms. www.bosa.co.kr · www.thebionews.net · www.bokuennews.com