Hierarchical micro-/nanostructured hydroxyapatite scaffolds promote osteoporotic bone regeneration via activation of hedgehog and HIF-1α signaling | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Hierarchical micro-/nanostructured hydroxyapatite scaffolds promote osteoporotic bone regeneration via activation of hedgehog and HIF-1α signaling
Key Points
Bone regeneration improves significantly due to scaffolds activating hedgehog and HIF-1α signaling.
Activation of hedgehog signaling and HIF-1α pathways was linked to effective osteoporotic healing processes.
The study utilized hierarchical micro-/nanostructured hydroxyapatite scaffolds to test regeneration efficacy.
Findings suggest potential for new therapeutic strategies using advanced scaffold designs for osteoporotic patients.