Biomaterial development
is a long process consisting of multiple
stages of design and evaluation within the context of both in vitro and in vivo testing. To streamline
this process, mathematical and computational modeling displays potential
as a tool for rapid biomaterial characterization, enabling the prediction
of optimal physicochemical parameters. In this work, a Langmuir isotherm-based
model was used to describe protein and cell adhesion on a biomimetic
hydroxyapatite surface, both independently and in a one-way coupled
system. The results indicated that increased protein surface coverage
leads to improved cell adhesion and spread, with maximal protein coverage
occurring within 48 h. In addition, the Langmuir model displayed a
good fit with the experimental data. Overall, computational modeling
is an exciting avenue that may lead to savings in terms of time and
cost during the biomaterial development process.
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