Scientists create bone-repair material from blood, promising personalized 3D-printed implants.

Researchers at the University of Nottingham have developed a method to transform a patient's blood into a material that can repair broken bones, potentially leading to personalized 3D-printed implants. By combining synthetic peptides with blood, they create a material that enhances the body's natural healing processes. Successful bone repair in animal models suggests this could offer effective therapies for injuries and diseases, though further research is needed to confirm safety and efficacy in humans.

November 15, 2024
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