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tissue repair
Coverage of tissue repair in the Nexus archive.
- This organoid can menstruate — and shows how tissue can repair itself
Scientists have developed a uterus lining organoid that can menstruate, offering new insights into how the tissue sheds without scarring. The study, published in Nature, highlights potential advancements in understanding tissue repair mechanisms.
- Engineering tough blood clots for rapid haemostasis and enhanced regeneration
Engineered blood clots using rapidly crosslinked red blood cells form within seconds, significantly improving toughness and adhesion while effectively stopping bleeding and promoting tissue repair. The study, published in Nature, highlights a breakthrough in haemostasis and regeneration.