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Current Gene Therapy

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ISSN (Print): 1566-5232
ISSN (Online): 1875-5631

Baculovirus as a Gene Delivery Vector for Cartilage and Bone Tissue Engineering

Author(s): Chin-Yu Lin, Chia-Hsin Lu, Wen-Yi Luo, Yu-Han Chang, Li-Yu Sung, Hsin-Yi Chiu and Yu-Chen Hu

Volume 10, Issue 3, 2010

Page: [242 - 254] Pages: 13

DOI: 10.2174/156652310791321242

Price: $65

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Abstract

Baculovirus is an effective vector for gene delivery into various mammalian cells, including chondrocytes and mesenchymal stem cells, and has been employed for diverse applications. By gene delivery and expression of the growth factor, recombinant baculovirus has been shown to modulate the differentiation state of the cells and stimulates the production of extracellular matrix and tissue formation, hence repairing the damaged cartilage and bone in vivo. This article reviews the studies pertaining to the applications of baculovirus-mediated gene delivery in cartilage and bone tissue engineering and discusses recent progress, future applications and potential hurdles.

Keywords: Baculovirus, bone, cartilage, gene therapy, tissue engineering

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