How nanotechnology can advance regenerative medicine

Source: Kurzweil Summary figure. Nanotechnology regulates stem cell function. (A) Suitable spacing for integrin activation and integrin-mediated cell adhesion, cytoskeleton organization and cell spreading. (B) Modified nanoscaffolds regulate stem cell self-renewal, neural differentiation and osteogenic differentiation. (Credit: Yang-Kao Wang) Nanotechnology may provide new strategies for regenerative medicine, including better tools to improve or restore damaged tissues, according[…]

Scientists Successfully 3D Print Embryonic Stem Cells For the First Time

Source: Inhabitat As much fun as 3D printing can be (printed mini figurines and lampshades anyone?), it’s also a world-changing technology with the potential to save lives. Scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh just successfully 3d printed embryonic stem cells for the first time, and the technology has the potential to eliminate the need for organ donation. The artificial tissue could also provide[…]