Investigators from University of Georgia Report New Data on Tissue Engineering (Sol-gel Derived Bioactive Glasses Containing Boron and Strontium: Bioactivity, Biocompatibility, and Antibacterial Properties).

Researchers from the University of Georgia have conducted a study on the biological characterization of bioactive glasses containing boron and strontium. The study aimed to investigate the bioactivity, biocompatibility, and antibacterial properties of these glasses. The results showed that the glasses with specific compositions exhibited high bioactivity, promoting the release of ions and inducing apatite precipitation. Additionally, the incorporation of strontium and boron improved cell viability and demonstrated significant antibacterial effectiveness. The researchers concluded that these glasses have potential applications in bone tissue engineering. [Extracted from the article]