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The concept of regenerative medicine is central to future organ engineering. Stem cells act like biological shapeshifters—given the right stimuli, they can transform into various cell types, including cartilage, nerve, or muscle cells. These cells hold the potential to regenerate damaged tissues or even grow new organs.
In an innovative procedure, scientists have used 3D bioprinting combined with stem cell therapy to produce cartilage regeneration patches. The process involves printing a scaffold embedded with stem cells that then differentiate into healthy cartilage, potentially restoring function in damaged joints.