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Synthetic Collagen Fibers for Tissue Scaffolds

Working on Synthetic Collagen
Before artificial organs can become a reality, bioengineers have to develop superior scaffolds that will hold the [MORE]

Bone Patches with Synthetic DNA

Bio=patch for Dental Implants
With aging come both changes in chewing habits and the likelihood of periodontal disease, resulting [MORE]

First Bioengineered Vein Implant in the US

Bioengineered Vein
Last June 5th, surgeons at Duke University Hospital implanted a bioengineered vein into the arm of a [MORE]

Bone Quality Test from Finger Nail Clippings

Most patients at risk for osteoporosis have an x-ray assessment (dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry, or DXA) of their bone mineral [MORE]

Building Collagen Scaffolds for Regenerative Medicine

In a process that resembles the manufacture of plywood, bioengineers at Tufts University have used bovine tendon collagen—sliced, stacked [MORE]

Growing Shelf-Stable Blood Vessels

Synthetic Blood Vessel
It’s a neat trick: seeding smooth muscle cells onto artificial scaffolding in the shape of a blood [MORE]