The pulmonary extracellular matrix (ECM) plays an important role in the structure and function of lung. In many respiratory diseases profile ECM reflects pathological changes. capacity to visualize its alterations is considerable importance facilitate a better understanding eventually augment therapeutic solutions. This short review summarizes current novel possibilities for imaging by use comp...

Tissue engineering deals with the growth and regeneration techniques of connective tissues or organs from a combination of cells and a scaffold to produce a functional organ. The engineering techniques therefore begin with an implantation of artificial materials, providing a proper environment for cells or tissues to be grown and functionalized. The scaffolds are often formulated with biodegrad...

18.1 Context of the ECM ...................................................... 461 18.1.1 ECM – What’s in a Name? ............................................. 462 18.1.2 Old and New ECMs ........................................................ 462 18.1.3 Biophysical Considerations ............................................. 462 18.1.4 Jelly Bombs ................................................