All Regenerative Medicine articles – Page 3
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Stanford grows vascularised mini-organs
Stanford scientists have successfully grown heart and liver organoids that include functioning blood vessels. This breakthrough overcomes a major size and maturity barrier, which could advance disease modelling and regenerative therapies in the future.
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NewsSB000: a safer path to anti-aging therapies
Shift Bioscience has announced new aging research, highlighting the discovery of SB000. This novel single-gene target reverses cellular aging without activating dangerous pluripotency pathways.
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NewsScientists create advanced 3D liver model mimicking real tissue
Scientists have developed a 3D liver model, known as the periportal assembloid. This model replicates the liver’s complex structure and bile transport system, enabling more precise study of disease progression.
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NewsVascularised stem cell organoids advance diabetes therapy
A team of researchers have developed the first vascularised organoid model of human pancreatic islets, which could lead to further development of advanced cell therapies for diabetes.
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NewsNew biobank offers hope for sufferers of dry mouth
Mayo Clinic researchers have created the world’s first biobank of human salivary gland tissue-organoids, offering a resource for developing regenerative therapies to treat chronic dry mouth.
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NewsNew ‘ovaroid’ model research offers hope for reproductive disorders
Researchers have developed the first fully stem cell-derived model of human ovarian organoids, or "ovaroids," offering a powerful new tool for studying infertility, differences in sex development (DSDs), and related reproductive disorders.
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ArticleCracking the code to scalable cell and gene therapy
Cell and gene therapy is rapidly transforming the treatment of complex diseases, yet scaling production efficiently remains a challenge. Dr Tia Harmon from PHC Corporation of North America explores the innovations that are optimising cell expansion to enhance the discovery of advanced therapies.
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NewsTargeting zombie cells: a new treatment for chronic back pain
McGill University researchers have found that two drugs can eliminate senescent “zombie cells” in spinal discs, offering a potential new treatment for chronic low back pain.
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NewsNew liver organoids research brings hope for drug development
Researchers at Keio University have developed long-lasting, functional human liver organoids from frozen hepatocytes, marking a huge moment in organoid science.
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NewsLab-grown liver breakthrough could speed up drug development
Scientists have developed lab-grown liver organoids with functional zonation, a discovery that brings regenerative medicine a step closer to personalised, transplant-free liver therapy.
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ArticleDriving diversity and leadership in the biotech industry
Judy Ashworth, CMO of Novadip Biosciences, shares her journey in advancing treatments for rare paediatric conditions and championing diversity in STEM.
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NewsBone repair breakthrough: why men and women heal differently
Men and women heal bone injuries through distinct biological processes, challenging assumptions in regenerative medicine. The findings support the development of personalised implants and more effective, sex-specific treatment strategies.
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ArticlePioneering cellular therapies for age-related diseases
Discover how Immorta Bio's cellular therapies are addressing cancer and liver failure, with the potential to transform healthcare.
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NewsReprogramming gut cells to treat short bowel syndrome
A preclinical study conducted by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have demonstrated a new gene-editing strategy to treat short bowel syndrome (SBS), a life-threatening condition in which patients lack a functional small intestine.
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NewsStudy aims to stop Alzheimer’s with stem cell infusions
Researchers at UTHealth Houston have initiated a new stem cell therapy trial aimed at reducing neuroinflammation to prevent Alzheimer's disease before symptoms emerge, an approach that could revolutionise treatment strategies, offering new hope for at-risk individuals.
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NewsStem cell study uncovers shared genes for hearing and vision repair
New research, led by USC Stem Cell scientists, has identified key genetic barriers to sensory cell regeneration in the ear and eye, paving the way for future drug therapies to restore hearing and vision.
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New hydrogel tech shows promise for treating post-traumatic osteoarthritis
Researchers from Mass General Brigham have developed a hydrogel to improve drug delivery for post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA), which ensures sustained medication release, even under joint movement, addressing a major challenge in current treatments.
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ArticleNew advances in hormone replacement therapy set to transform care
Hormone replacement therapy has long been used to treat low hormone levels, but existing delivery methods struggle with poor adherence and inconsistent hormone delivery. Lisa Stehno-Bittel of Likarda and Charles Virden of VitalTE discuss a novel approach using hormone-filled microbeads in hydrogels for steady, extended release after monthly self-injections.
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ArticleThe future of cell therapy: scaling production for global reach
Scaling up cell therapy is no easy feat. PluriCDMO's Andy Lewin reveals the critical factors for success and how they are helping companies bring life-saving therapies to market.
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ArticleExperts explore the future of iPSC-based cell therapies
Discover the transformative potential of iPSC-based therapies in regenerative medicine, alongside their challenges including scalability, safety and targeted delivery.