Emerging porous materials for cell encapsulation

Key Points

• The aim is to review recent developments in porous materials for cell encapsulation and their applications.
• Summary of synthesis strategies for cells@MOFs, cells@COFs, and cells@HOFs.
• Evaluation of cell–framework interactions and viability assessment.
• Discussion of advanced biotechnological applications.
• Recent materials show improved cell viability and functionality.
• Enhanced applications in drug delivery and tissue engineering are highlighted.
• Innovative synthesis methods are enabling new interactions between cells and framework materials.