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June 9, 2022

Bone Therapy

Each year, 6.8 million Americans fracture a bone. Most often, the body begins forming new bone about two weeks after the break. But sometimes, it needs a little help! Could 3D bioprinting of living human tissue be the answer?

Credit: National Science Foundation


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