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Scientists developed the world’s most sophisticated lab model of the human body
Technology

Scientists developed the world’s most sophisticated lab model of the human body

Pranjal Malewar

Current practices in drug development have led to therapeutic compounds being approved for widespread use in humans, only to be later withdrawn due to...

A close up view of the skin bioprinter nozzle. Credit: WFIRM
Invention

Scientists engineered a bioprinter that can print skin to heal wounds

Amit Malewar

Bioprinting is thrilling because of its potential to develop living human tissue, which can be used for clinical trials and to ‘treat’ patients. Specifically,...

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Baby poop may be source of beneficial probiotics

Amit Malewar

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for you, especially your digestive system. We usually think of these as germs that cause...

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