Scientists grow cells on a robot skeleton (but don't know what to do with them yet) - The Verge

Scientist have grown human cells on a robot skeleton, hoping that by moving the skeleton they can better approximate the cells’ natural growing environment. The cells certainly grew, but it’s not clear yet if they would be any better for medical treatments.

A new method of tissue engineering is only a proof of concept for now The cells were placed in a replica shoulder joint that was moved around to stimulate growth. Image: Fisher Studios The science… [+4024 chars]

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