New research from the Stowers Institute for Medical Research reveals planarian stem cells ignore their nearest neighbors and respond to signals further away in the body. This discovery may help explain the flatworm's extraordinary ability to regenerate and offer clues for developing new ways to replace or repair tissues in humans.
SourceStowers Institute for Medical Research·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 15, 2025
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Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's Ren lab have developed AggreBots, microscale living robots made from human lung cells that can be controlled to deliver therapeutic or mechanical interventions. The biobots use cilia, nanoscopic hair-like propellers, for movement and can be programmed to perform specific tasks.
SourceCollege of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University·JournalScience Advances·DateSep 26, 2025
Researchers developed a 3D printable bio-active glass that served as an effective bone replacement material, sustaining bone cell growth longer than regular glass and commercial products. The new bio-glass was made by combining silica particles and calcium ions, which induced bone cell formation.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalACS Nano·DateSep 23, 2025
A research team led by Professor Shikha Dhiman has discovered that the speed of receptors in model cell membranes plays a crucial role in binding to biomaterials. When ligands move at similar speeds, they can bind to receptors, enabling effective tissue engineering and medical applications.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateSep 19, 2025
Scientists have achieved a major breakthrough by 3D bioprinting miniature placentas, which can accurately replicate the human placenta. This technology has the potential to transform pregnancy research by allowing for the study of serious complications like preeclampsia.
SourceUniversity of Technology Sydney·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 15, 2025
Researchers at UMC Utrecht developed a new AI-powered printer called GRACE that can print implantable tissues with improved cell survival and functionality. The printer uses computer vision and laser-based imaging to design and print complex structures, including blood vessels and cartilage layers.
SourceUniversity Medical Center Utrecht·JournalNature·DateSep 5, 2025
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Researchers have created a human vascularized liver cancer-on-a-chip model to evaluate vessel remodeling and cell death in response to embolic agents. This innovative platform replicates the microenvironment of liver tumors, providing unprecedented insight into how tumors respond to embolization.
SourceTerasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation·JournalBiofabrication·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 3, 2025
Researchers developed novel artificial bone scaffolds with high deformation recovery capabilities, exceeding those of natural bone and conventional metallic scaffolds. These scaffolds allow for flexible adjustments of properties like strength and modulus to meet specific implantation site requirements.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateSep 2, 2025
Researchers at Lehigh University and the Cleveland Clinic are developing a nonsurgical therapy for pelvic organ prolapse using drug-delivering nanoparticles. The treatment aims to delay or reverse matrix degradation, reducing the severity of POP in patients with earlier stages of the disorder.
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Researchers from Japan and USA discover midline tissues use formation control to grow harmoniously, with the notochord leading elongation and adjacent tissues migrating together through fibroblast growth factor gradients and cell adhesion. Computer simulations confirm this mechanism is essential for synchronized tissue development.
SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 26, 2025
Researchers at Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science developed a novel way to use light to control tissue folding in live embryos. By manipulating proteins that generate mechanical forces, they can now study 3D tissue biology outside developing embryos or build and control tiny machines made out of living biolog...
SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 20, 2025
Catherine Whittington, a WPI researcher, has received a CAREER Award to develop laboratory models for the study of fibrosis in pancreas, skin, and uterine fibroids. The models will help researchers better understand factors at the cellular level that lead to fibrosis and how interventions can interrupt or reverse it.
A team of researchers created a 3D-bioprinted model of stenotic brain blood vessels to study the effects of abnormal flow patterns on endothelial cells. The model successfully replicated physiological conditions, including upregulation of inflammatory markers.
SourcePusan National University·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 19, 2025
A new study demonstrates the potential to produce cellular spheroids from clinically relevant embryonic stem cells to generate scaffold-free chondrogenic or osteochondrogenic graft tissues. The researchers successfully cultured ES-MSC cellular spheroids, which matured into neocartilage tissues expressing cartilage-associated genes.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalTissue Engineering Part A·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2025
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Researchers have created 'skin in a syringe' by mixing cells with gelatine beads, allowing for 3D printing of functional dermis. This technology could lead to new ways to heal burns and severe wounds with minimal scarring.
SourceLinköping University·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 12, 2025
Scientists have developed a breakthrough method to grow human kidney organoids from tissue stem cells, mirroring fetal kidney development over months. The organoids can be used for research and testing of new treatments for kidney diseases.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalThe EMBO Journal·DateAug 6, 2025
Researchers have discovered a specialized mesenchymal-endothelial crosstalk that supports angiogenesis and osteogenesis, enabling periodontal bone regeneration. This communication network between mesenchymal stem cells and endothelial cells drives tissue repair and regeneration, holding promise for dental therapeutic strategies and bro...
SourceEditorial Office of West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University·JournalInternational Journal of Oral Science·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2025
Researchers designed a hydrogel system using milk-derived extracellular vesicles as both bioactive cargo and structural building blocks, enabling tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications. The yogurt EVs promote healing and tissue regeneration without additional chemical additives.
SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalMatter·DateJul 25, 2025
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Researchers developed a new 3D tissue model to understand and treat fibrosis, a disease that causes scarring in organs like lungs and kidneys. The model replicates the complexities of real disease and preserves natural cell diversity.
SourceTufts University·JournalTissue Engineering·DateJul 22, 2025
Recent advances in biofabrication and biomedical electronics have led to the development of biohybrid-engineered tissue (BHET) platforms, turning passive constructs into intelligent systems. These platforms show promise in diverse applications, including brain organoids and cardiac tissues, blurring the line between biology and machine.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalTrends in Biotechnology·DateJul 17, 2025
Researchers at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences have developed a 3-D printed implant that delivers electrical stimulation to injured areas of the spinal cord, enhancing nerve cell growth. The study has shown promising results in lab experiments and may enable new medical devices for traumatic spinal cord injuries.
IBEC researchers develop new bioinks that incorporate extracellular matrix proteins, preserving biological function and allowing growth factors to be retained. The FACTORINK project aims to realise the potential of these bioinks for printing artificial tissues with multiphase models incorporating stem cells and the immune system.
SourceInstitute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)·DateJul 14, 2025
GeniPhys has received FDA clearance for its self-assembling collagen scaffold, Collymer Self-Assembling Scaffold (SAS), which supports cellular infiltration and vascularization. The technology is indicated for various wound types and anchors a growing intellectual property portfolio with nearly 20 issued or pending patents.
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A novel fluorescent probe, SLY, has been developed to precisely identify hepatocellular carcinoma tissue using sialylated glycans on the cell surface. The probe outperforms conventional methods by clearly distinguishing tumor margins within liver tissues.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateJul 6, 2025
A new hydrogel-based platform has been developed to preserve live patient-derived tumor tissues in the lab, enabling more accurate testing of cancer treatments. The approach, which uses customizable bioengineered hydrogels, has been shown to retain key features of the original tumor environment.
SourceNational University of Singapore College of Design and Engineering·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 2, 2025
Researchers developed patient-specific Cancer Chips to model esophageal tumor microenvironments, enabling accurate prediction of chemotherapy responses. The approach can rapidly stratify patients into responders and non-responders, paving the way for personalized medicine.
SourceWyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard·JournalJournal of Translational Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 27, 2025
Researchers found that intercellular flow plays a major role in tissue response to deformation, affecting organs' adaptability to conditions like aging and cancer. The study's findings could inform the design of artificial tissues and organs.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Physics·DateJun 20, 2025
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Recent studies have made significant progress in tissue engineering theory and technology, focusing on biomaterials, cells, and factors. Researchers have developed novel implant materials, improved artificial ligaments, and discovered small-molecule compounds in traditional Chinese medicine.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalEngineering·DateJun 20, 2025
Professor Garry Duffy joins RCSI with a unique combination of institutional knowledge and fresh leadership perspective, focusing on integrating excellence in health sciences education with innovative patient-centred research. He aims to build on the university's heritage by enhancing anatomical education and pioneering research in rege...
Researchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, found that increasing levels of free amino acids in the culture medium can increase intracellular free amino acids and influence flavor compounds in cultured meat. Glutamic acid was the most prominent amino acid, while alanine was higher in conventional beef.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalFood Chemistry·DateJun 9, 2025
Researchers at Boise State University have developed a technique to use graphene foam to stimulate cells into forming cartilage. The study found that applying direct electrical stimulation strengthens the mechanical properties of cartilage and improves cell growth, paving the way for new treatments for osteoarthritis.
SourceBoise State University College of Engineering·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 4, 2025
The University of Houston has launched a $3M Cancer Immunotherapy Biomarker Core to accelerate early diagnosis and treatment response in cancer. The core will offer comprehensive targeted proteomic cancer biomarker screens, enabling researchers to identify better biomarkers for cancer.
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Researchers at TU Wien have developed a method to create artificial blood vessels using ultrashort laser pulses, enabling the creation of mini organ models with precise control and reproducibility. The technology has been successfully applied to liver tissue models, resulting in improved metabolic activity and adequate nutrient supply.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalBiofabrication·DateMay 27, 2025
The new 3D-printed device, STOMP, enhances tissue-engineering methods by allowing for precise control over cell types and spatial arrangement. This enables scientists to model complex diseases and recreate natural habitats of cells, paving the way for advancements in biomedical research.
SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 22, 2025
Antonios Mikos, a leading expert in biomaterials and tissue engineering, has been elected to the European Academy of Sciences. He is recognized for his groundbreaking work in regenerative medicine, controlled drug delivery, gene therapy, and disease modeling.
Researchers from Yokohama National University have developed a method to fabricate complex oriented tissues with multiple directionality using 3D printing. This technique utilizes flow to orient collagen fibers and cells, allowing for the creation of fine, micro-oriented structures in both horizontal and vertical directions.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering·DateMay 14, 2025
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Researchers developed collagen-based scaffolds that can integrate with a vascular and perfusion organ-on-a-chip reactor to form complete tissue engineering platforms. The team demonstrated the ability to create non-planar 3D networks in soft, organic material by printing helical vascular networks modeled after DNA structure.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 25, 2025
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a novel FRESH bioprinting technique that enables the creation of microphysiologic systems entirely out of collagen, cells, and other proteins. This advancement expands the capabilities of studying disease and building tissues for therapy, such as Type 1 diabetes.
SourceCollege of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 23, 2025
Dr. Ali Khademhosseini, TIBI Director, receives the 2025 MRS Mid-Career Researcher Award for his groundbreaking contributions to biomaterials science and tissue engineering. His research has revolutionized engineered tissue constructs for drug discovery and regeneration.
SourceTerasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation·DateApr 23, 2025
Lower-intensity electrical pulses reshape the tumor environment, increasing blood vessel density and boosting lymphatic vessel growth. This may guide immune cells to the tumor, improving the body's natural ability to fight cancer.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalAnnals of Biomedical Engineering·DateApr 11, 2025
MIT engineers have developed a way to grow artificial muscles that twitch and flex in multiple coordinated directions. This breakthrough allows for the creation of soft, wiggly robots with enhanced flexibility and range of motion.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalBiomaterials Science·DateMar 17, 2025
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Researchers have made significant progress in applying tissue engineering to spinal cord injury (SCI) repair. Biomaterials such as hydrogels and decellularized extracellular matrix promote nerve regeneration, while stem cells and exosomes enhance functional recovery.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalEngineering·DateMar 12, 2025
Researchers have developed a method to repair complex knee injuries using cartilage implants made from nasal septum cells. The study shows that longer maturation periods of the implant lead to better clinical efficacy and tissue composition.
SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateMar 5, 2025
Researchers developed mini biohybrid rays using cardiomyocytes and rubber, demonstrating improved swimming efficiencies approximately two times greater than previous biomimetic designs. The application of machine-learning directed optimization enabled an efficient search for high-performance design configurations.
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalScience Robotics·DateFeb 13, 2025
Researchers reviewed recent developments on functional scaffolds for bone tissue engineering, highlighting their potential for enhanced oxygen transport and cell differentiation. The study aims to inspire novel solutions for bone regeneration through the use of biocompatible and biodegradable materials with 3D printing techniques.
SourceELSP·JournalBiofunctional Materials·TypeLiterature review·DateFeb 5, 2025
Researchers at Rice University have discovered a new method for customizing engineered living materials (ELMs) by altering protein matrices. The study revealed that small genetic changes can significantly impact the behavior of these materials, making them ideal for applications like tissue engineering and drug delivery.
SourceRice University·JournalACS Synthetic Biology·DateFeb 5, 2025
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Seoul National University researchers create bioink from Kombucha SCOBY nanocellulose, suitable for in vivo tissue engineering. The bioink can be precisely applied directly onto damaged tissues using a digital biopen, paving the way for more personalized and effective wound healing.
SourceSeoul National University of Science & Technology·JournalInternational Journal of Biological Macromolecules·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 3, 2025
A global team of scientists has made a groundbreaking discovery of a new skeletal tissue called lipocartilage, composed of fat-filled cells that provide super-stable internal support. This unique tissue has immense potential for treating facial defects, birth injuries, and cartilage-related conditions.
SourceEast Tennessee State University·JournalScience·DateJan 28, 2025
Lehigh University bioengineering researcher Tomas Gonzalez-Fernandez is exploring how combining CRISPR with biomaterials can improve gene editing's safety and efficacy for therapeutic use. His NSF CAREER award-funded research aims to develop more targeted and controlled therapies for genetic diseases.
Researchers at University of California, Irvine have discovered a new type of skeletal tissue that offers great potential for advancing regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. The 'lipocartilage' tissue is uniquely packed with fat-filled cells called lipochondrocytes that provide super-stable internal support.
SourceUniversity of California - Irvine·JournalScience·DateJan 9, 2025
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The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine is part of a major undertaking to bring together experts from around the country to develop vision-restoring whole eye transplants. The project, valued at up to $56 million, aims to overcome technical, biological, and immunological hurdles in whole eye transplant.
SourceAtrium Health Wake Forest Baptist·DateJan 7, 2025
Researchers developed a new approach to engineer tissue structures across multiple scales, from small cells to large organs. They used gallium as a molding material, allowing them to create complex vascular and interwoven networks that mimic natural biological systems.
SourceBoston University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 11, 2024
The NSF-Piedmont Triad Regenerative Medicine Engine has awarded $2.5 million in grants to six innovative companies to support the commercialization of regenerative medicine products. The funding is expected to catalyze technological advancements, strengthen the local economy, and drive regional competitiveness.
SourceAtrium Health Wake Forest Baptist·DateDec 4, 2024
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A team of researchers at Penn State developed a novel bioprinting technique that uses spheroids to create complex tissue, producing tissue 10-times faster and with high cell density. The technique enables the rapid fabrication of functional tissues and organs, opening new opportunities for regenerative medicine.
SourcePenn State·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 3, 2024
Researchers at UVA have developed a new polymer design that decouples stiffness and stretchability, allowing materials to be both strong and flexible. The 'foldable bottlebrush polymer networks' can store extra length within their structure, enabling them to elongate up to 40 times more than standard polymers without weakening.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalScience Advances·DateNov 27, 2024
Researchers develop novel Ta-based implants with improved biocompatibility and osseointegration properties, enabling better bone growth and stability. The designs optimize mechanical and biological requirements for optimal clinical results.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateOct 31, 2024
Researchers from Texas A&M University synthesized research findings to improve medical devices and therapy success rates. The review emphasizes the need to understand macrophage cell behavior to develop targeted immunotherapy treatments.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalTrends in Biotechnology·DateOct 31, 2024
Researchers have developed a production method for a nanofibrous cellulose matrix, replacing non-renewable industrial materials with environmentally friendly alternatives. The new method has potential biomedical applications due to its biocompatibility properties.
SourceKaunas University of Technology·JournalJournal of Biomedical Materials Research·DateOct 30, 2024
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A new type of cationic epoxy photoresist exhibits greater sensitivity to two-photon laser exposure, enabling fast writing speeds and fine features. The material was developed by a research team led by Professor Cuifang Kuang, who achieved lithography speeds of 100 mm/s and resolution of 170 nm.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 30, 2024
Scientists have successfully integrated chloroplasts from algae into hamster cells, allowing the cells to undergo photosynthesis and producing oxygen and energy. This breakthrough could lead to the development of artificial tissues that can grow in size without limitations due to low oxygen levels, paving the way for innovative biotech...
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalProceedings of the Japan Academy·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 30, 2024