Printing Human Tissue - Organovo

Organovo has developed a Bio-Printer. It works by taking cells from a donor and growing them in a lab. The cells are then printed in layers to create any desired 3D shape. Once printed, the cells are then nourished and nature does the rest. By taking cells from a patient themselves, it eliminates rejection, and the need for anti-rejection drugs. So far the Organovo Bio-Printer can make blood vessels in around an hour. Eventually scientists are hoping they'll be able to print entire organs, making organ waiting lists a thing of the past.

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Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago by DollieDickson18 #440

I had got a desire to begin my organization, but I didn't have got enough of cash to do this. Thank heaven my close friend said to take the mortgage loans. Thence I received the short term loan and realized my old dream.

Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago by josh #281

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