Regenerative Medicine
Articles tagged with Regenerative Medicine
How immune cells spur repair of the heart
Macrophages are among the earliest responders to heart injury, activating an inflammatory program that helps kickstart regeneration. The researchers found that dampening this response specifically in macrophages promotes blood vessel growth and heart muscle cell proliferation, both essential for regeneration.
Anne Bang joins $13M research project on age-related RNA pollution and brain degeneration
Researchers studying RNA pollution's impact on aging brains seek to develop therapeutic strategies for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. Sanford Burnham Prebys scientist Anne Bang will use advanced robotics to test thousands of compounds.
A gene that keeps stem cells from losing their way
Researchers have identified a gene, eIF4G2, crucial for keeping adult intestinal stem cells stable and functional. The study reveals that the gene plays a vital role in regulating protein production and maintaining stem cell identity.
Wild flatworms heal wounds
Researchers from Lund University successfully harnessed the regenerative capacity of Scandinavian flatworms to accelerate wound healing in human skin models. The study found that signalling molecules from flatworm exosomes increased skin thickness and improved wound healing rates, including accelerated blood vessel regeneration.
$13 million CIRM award to fund research on the role of RNA pollution in neurodegenerative diseases
The researchers will investigate novel therapies to protect the aging brain from neurodegenerative diseases by eliminating RNA pollution. They will map out signatures of RNA pollution across over 200 cell lines and patient biofluids to understand its effects.
How a key regulatory protein guides cartilage formation during embryonic development
Researchers mapped how Sox9 guides cartilage formation in mouse embryonic limbs, finding that it dynamically targets different genes depending on developmental timing and cell type. The study provides a foundation for understanding skeletal development and may contribute to future research on bone and cartilage diseases.
Giving a voice to vocal fold regeneration
A team of researchers from Kyoto University has identified multiple types of stromal and secretory cells in the larynx, revealing new insights into vocal fold regeneration. The study's findings provide potential stem cells for treating vocal cord dysfunction and other voice disorders.
Scientists reverse brain aging, with a nasal spray
Researchers developed a nasal spray that reversibly reduces brain inflammation, restores cellular power plants, and improves memory. The treatment bypasses the brain's protective shield through intranasal delivery, suppressing chronic inflammation and promoting successful brain aging.
Lehigh U bioengineer Anand Ramamurthi elected to AIMBE College of Fellows
Anand Ramamurthi, Lehigh's Peter C. Rossin Professor of Bioengineering and chair of the Department of Bioengineering, has been elected to the AIMBE College of Fellows for his groundbreaking work in regenerative technologies that can repair damaged tissues without surgery. His research aims to develop nonsurgical nanomedicines to treat ...
Using menstrual blood-derived particles to treat osteoarthritis?
Researchers found that extracellular vesicles from menstrual blood stromal cells can improve cartilage function and slow tissue degradation, even in older postmenopausal women. Biomimetic scaffolds are being developed to prolong the effects of these particles, offering a potential cell-free therapy for osteoarthritis.
Skin can ‘pre-learn’: Priming cells for regeneration before injury
Researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology discovered a way to prime skin cells for regeneration before injury, enabling rapid and effective healing. This approach, called mosaic partial reprogramming, reshapes surrounding cells and tissue microenvironment to accelerate wound healing.
New research brings joint repair closer for millions with osteoarthritis
A team of researchers has achieved a major milestone in developing a new treatment aimed at helping the body repair damaged joints at the source. The experimental treatments have shown promising results in animal models, restoring joint tissue to near-normal levels and significantly reducing pain markers for long periods.
PCGF1-mediated dynamic H3K27me3 remodeling paves the way for early lineage specification
Researchers discovered that PCGF1 is essential for maintaining H3K27me3 homeostasis during early embryonic development. Its absence leads to dysregulation of pluripotency gene silencing, causing cells to remain in a stem cell-like state and fail to commit to specific lineages.
Transferring cytoplasmic contents and organelles between living cells
A Waseda University research team developed a nanotube membrane-based injector to directly and reliably manipulate the cytoplasmic composition of living cells. The system successfully transferred cytoplasmic contents, including mitochondria, into target cells with high efficiency and minimal damage.
Successful use of high-pressure freezing for cell cryopreservation
Researchers from the University of Tokyo successfully developed a high-pressure freezing method that reduces CPA concentration to 20-30% and improves cell viability and metabolic activity. The method holds promise for cryopreservation in regenerative medicine research, with potential applications in drug testing and cell transplantation.
Engineered tissue offers hope for children born with ‘missing’ food pipe
Scientists have created the first lab-grown oesophagus that safely replaces a full section of the organ and restores normal function in growing animals without immunosuppression. The technology has shown promising results, providing a blueprint for human treatment and offering hope for families affected by life-threatening oesophageal ...
Uncovering the molecular mechanisms that drive cartilage-to-bone transition
Researchers developed in vitro and in vivo models to track cartilage-to-bone transition, identifying key signaling pathways and transcription factors involved. The study found that some cartilage cells can transition into bone-like cells, challenging the traditional view of bone cell origin.
Role of TGF-β1 signaling in spinal cord injury recovery
Research reveals that TGF-β1 plays a critical role in fibrotic scar tissue formation, limiting neural regeneration and recovery after spinal cord injury. Inhibiting TGF-β1 signaling reduces fibrotic scarring and improves functional recovery.
Terasaki Institute and UCLA Technology Development Group partner to program advanced organ and tissue repair session at LABEST Innovation Conference
The Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation and UCLA Technology Development Group will co-curate an Advanced Organ and Tissue Repair (AToR) session at LABEST, featuring leading experts in regenerative medicine. The session aims to accelerate the translation of breakthrough technologies into real-world clinical solutions.
Stanford researchers develop novel "scaffold-free" approach for treating damaged muscles
Stanford researchers have developed a novel 'scaffold-free' approach for treating damaged muscles, enabling the delivery of more healing cells to the traumatized area. The approach uses a custom molding technology to create dense muscle tissue in customizable geometric shapes and sizes, allowing for more effective muscle regeneration.
Scientists create a novel organism with a primitive nervous system
Researchers at Tufts University and Wyss Institute created neurobots by adding nerve cells to tiny living forms called xenobots, which exhibit complex movements with simple neural networks. The resulting neurobots display unique behaviors and demonstrate the formation of primitive nervous systems.
A new RNA therapy could help the heart repair itself
A new RNA therapy has been developed to enhance the heart's own ability to protect and repair itself after a heart attack. The therapy, which involves injecting particles into the arm, significantly reduced scarring and improved heart function in lab experiments, offering a potential breakthrough for heart patients.
Single-cell atlas reveals why rotator cuff injuries heal with damaging scars
Researchers discovered that tendon stem cells and progenitor cells fail to differentiate into mature, functional cells, instead promoting scar buildup. Immune cells, including macrophages, also play a central role in sustaining fibrosis, creating a self-sustaining environment that is difficult to reverse.
Understanding how cells take up and use isolated ‘powerhouses’ to restore energy function
A recent study has shed light on the processes that drive mitochondrial uptake and its benefits for cells. Isolated mitochondria were found to be taken up by mesenchymal stromal cells, enhancing proliferation and cytoprotection, and improving energy metabolism.
Bioprinting muscle that knows how to align its cells just as in the human body
A research team from Xi'an Jiaotong University has developed a method to align cells in muscle tissue using electric forces during electrohydrodynamic bioprinting. This breakthrough allows for the creation of living muscle tissues with tightly aligned cells, enabling the production of functional muscle constructs.
Human liver tissue cell architecture reconstructed in 3D at a cellular level
Researchers create detailed 3D reconstructions of human liver tissue, comparing healthy and cirrhotic livers, showing dysregulation of metabolite transport, reduced specialized cells, and disruption of vascular networks. The study highlights the importance of understanding organ structure for bioprinting artificial organs.
Piezoelectric electrospun fibers revolutionize tissue regeneration with smart electrical signals!
Researchers explore piezoelectric electrospun fibers that generate crucial electrical signals for tissue engineering and biomedical applications. These "smart" scaffolds have high flexibility, biomimetic structure, and tunable morphology, offering potential for enhanced tissue repair.
RCSI researchers develop RNA-activated implant to stimulate nerve regrowth after spinal cord injury
Researchers at RCSI have developed an RNA-activated implant that delivers growth-promoting particles to injured nerve cells, encouraging them to regrow after spinal cord injury. The implant helps overcome molecular barriers by silencing a gene called PTEN.
A gel for wounds that won’t heal
Researchers developed an oxygen-delivering gel to heal chronic wounds that fail to heal for more than a month. The gel conforms to the wound's shape and provides continuous oxygen levels, helping transform nonhealing wounds into normal injuries.
Structural adaptations in aging podocytes
Research reveals that podocytes in aged rats adapt by increasing volume and forming atypical junctions to compensate for loss, while exporting unnecessary cellular components into the extracellular space. The study employed array tomography to elucidate age-related structural changes, shedding light on the mechanisms of aging glomeruli.
A non-invasive therapeutic strategy for improving bone healing in aged patients
Researchers identified ApoE as a systemic inhibitor of bone repair during aging, and showed that blocking its activity can restore bone regeneration and improve fracture healing. The study provides hope for therapies that actively restore regenerative capacity in older patients, reducing nonunion risk and improving recovery.
Rice lab to help develop bioprinted kidneys as part of ARPA-H PRINT program award
The Rice lab will produce bioprinted, vascularized kidney tissue that augments renal function in patients with kidney disease. The implantable kidney tissue will be made from a patient's own cells combined with a bioink that supports the long-term viability of the implanted cells.
Understanding how cancer cells use water pressure to move through the body
Researchers at Kyushu University discovered that cancer cells use a previously unrecognized physical mechanism called CODE to create water pressure that aids in their migration. This finding opens new avenues for therapies targeting amoeboid movement, a key strategy used by most advanced cancer cells.
Low-temperature-activated deployment of smart 4D-printed vascular stents
Researchers developed smart 4D-printed vascular stents that expand naturally at body temperature, eliminating the need for external heating. The stents balance mechanical flexibility and radial strength, demonstrating long-term biomechanical compliance.
An open source breakthrough in hemodynamics
Researchers have developed an open-source pressure myography tool, HemoLens, which reduces the cost of vascular research to $750 from $40,000. The tool uses affordable manufacturing processes and customizable components, making it easier for researchers to study vascular function.
Researchers grow specialized nerve cells that degenerate in ALS/motor neuron disease and are damaged in spinal cord injury
A research team has developed a way to produce corticospinal-like neurons that centrally degenerate in motor neuron disease and are damaged in spinal cord injury. The study uses a multi-component gene-expression system called NVOF to precisely fine tune regulatory signals, resulting in mature neurons with distinct characteristics.
Bioengineered tissue as a revolutionary treatment for secondary lymphedema
Researchers developed bioengineered lymphatic tissue (CeLyT) that restored functional lymph nodes in mice with secondary lymphedema. CeLyTs improved lymphedema symptoms by restoring lymphatic flow, filtration capacity, and immune cell populations.
Human heart regrows muscle cells after heart attack, world-first study shows
Researchers have shown that human hearts can regrow muscle cells after a heart attack, paving the way for new treatments to reverse heart failure. The discovery was made possible by pioneering techniques that use living tissue samples taken from patients during bypass surgery.
Korea University study mimics heart mechanics in organoids using three-dimensional magnetic torque
A Korea University study successfully mimics heart mechanics in organoids using three-dimensional magnetic torque, enhancing cardiac differentiation, maturation, and vascularization. This breakthrough could improve drug safety testing by providing more accurate human-relevant models for cardiotoxicity screening.
Wyss Institute-led collaboration awarded by ARPA-H PRINT program to engineer off-the-shelf, universal, transplant-ready graft for liver failure
A multidisciplinary team of world-leading experts is developing an off-the-shelf engineered product that could address liver failure in millions of patients. The ImPLANT project aims to create synthetic biology-based gene circuits in human induced pluripotent stem cells to drive cell differentiation into all required liver cell types.
Stem cell therapy for stroke shows how cells find their way in the brain
Researchers at Sanford Burnham Prebys found that transplanted stem cells develop neurons with unique codes to navigate and form connections in the brain. These codes guide the growth of axons and explain why most neurons of a particular subtype send axons to specific brain regions.
Post-stroke injection protects the brain in preclinical study
A Northwestern University study found an injectable regenerative nanomaterial helps protect the brain during a vulnerable window after most common type of stroke. The therapy successfully crossed the blood-brain barrier and reduced brain damage, showing no signs of side effects.
Cartilaginous cells regulate growth and blood vessel formation in bones
Researchers discovered subtypes of chondrocytes that transform into bone-building cells, regulating bone growth and vascularization. The study found that these cells secrete Thbs4 to induce blood vessel formation, shedding insights for treating defective angiogenesis.
Research reveals new functions of two proteins for cell function and renewal
Recent studies by Brazilian scientists clarify key roles of STIP1 and Maspin in vital cellular processes, including embryonic development, cell communication, and tissue renewal. These findings contribute to cancer research, regenerative medicine, and understanding cellular homeostasis.
Scientists engineer first fully synthetic brain tissue model
Researchers have successfully engineered functional brain-like tissue without animal-derived materials, opening doors to more controlled and humane neurological drug testing. The new material functions as a scaffold for donor brain cells and can be used to model traumatic brain injuries or neurological diseases like Alzheimer's.
Terasaki Institute and Caltech awarded $2.8 million CIRM grant to advance research on human embryo formation
Researchers at Terasaki Institute and Caltech will use stem cell-based models to identify factors influencing early human development. The goal is to gain insights into infertility, pregnancy loss, and developmental disorders.
Matricelf and Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) sign agreement for manufacturing in cleanrooms
Matricelf is manufacturing the world's first engineered nerve tissues for paraplegics, aiming to enable patients to walk again. The company partnered with Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) to produce the implants in cleanrooms, meeting regulatory requirements.
Pusan National University researchers explore smart nanomaterials that detect and treat traumatic brain injuries simultaneously
Researchers have summarized recent breakthroughs in theranostic nanomaterials, engineered nanoparticles that can both diagnose and treat TBI. These materials can deliver drugs precisely where damage occurs while monitoring biological changes inside the brain.
Beyond Matrigel: An engineered hydrogel for 3D stem cell culture
Scientists at The University of Osaka developed a novel hydrogel that supports the efficient 3D culture of human induced pluripotent stem cells. This new material combines the properties of fibrin and laminin-511, creating a potent, xeno-free scaffold with strong cell adhesion.
Chinese Medical Journal study highlights exercise-induced vascular growth as anti-aging strategy
Exercise promotes angiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis through molecular signaling pathways, enhancing vascular function and immune response. This process offers potential interventions to combat age-related decline and disease, including cardiovascular diseases, muscle atrophy, and metabolic disorders.
SwRI-developed bioreactor replicates versatile induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
Scientists at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) have successfully replicated induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs) using a new application of their cell-expansion bioreactor. The bioreactor's unique geometry allows for the growth of large quantities of iPSCs, which can differentiate into any other cell type in the body.
Mayo Clinic researchers identify a new stem cell patch to gently heal damaged hearts
The new approach uses lab-grown heart tissue made from reprogrammed adult stem cells, delivered through a tiny incision. In preclinical testing, the stem cell patch restored heart function and improved healing, offering a new way to repair damaged hearts.
The ISSCR and Stem Cell Network launch Global Regenerative Medicine Workforce Development Initiative
The ISSCR and SCN are partnering to develop a global conversation on workforce development in regenerative medicine, examining current challenges and identifying skills gaps. The joint initiative aims to build the talent required for continued discovery and innovation in the field.
Chinese Neurosurgical Journal Study unveils absorbable skull device that speeds healing
A new, fully degradable cranial clamp made from poly-L-lactic acid has been developed to address traditional fixation system drawbacks. The study compared its performance to Aesculap CranioFix through laboratory tests and a clinical trial involving 90 patients, showing improved safety and healing outcomes.
First transplant in pigs of modified porcine kidneys with human renal organoids
Researchers developed a scalable method to produce human kidney organoids, combining them with pig kidneys outside the body for transplantation. The transplanted organs functioned normally and showed no signs of damage or toxicity.
Making more supply to meet the demands of muscle cell therapy
Researchers at Sanford Burnham Prebys have developed a new method to generate more and potent skeletal muscle progenitor cells. The study found that blocking the activity of Janus kinase 2 (JAK2) yields a twofold increase in cell yield, while also delivering more mature and effective cells for regenerative medicine treatment.
The next industrial revolution will be printed: global experts unpack the future of additive manufacturing
Global experts discuss the future of additive manufacturing in various applications, including bioprinting living tissues and creating smart consumer products. Researchers showcase advancements in machine learning, real-time sensing, and multi-material 3D printing.
Robots that flex like US: The rise of muscle-powered machines
Researchers are developing 'biohybrid robots' that flex and move using biological tissue, offering potential applications in medicine and industry. The field is advancing through advanced fabrication methods, such as 3D bioprinting and electrospinning, which enable precise control over muscle cells.
Breast cancer survivors find relief for debilitating menopause symptom
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have found that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment can significantly improve genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) symptoms in breast cancer survivors. After six months, GSM symptoms such as sexual function, urinary symptoms and quality of life improved, even among those taking estrogen blockers.