Genetically altered stem cells generate engineered cartilage

February 20, 2014

(Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News) – Duke University researchers say they have moved a step closer to being able to generate replacement cartilage where it’s needed in the body by combining a synthetic scaffolding material withgene delivery methods. Initiating tissue repair with stem cells usually requires the use of large amounts of growth factors. Experience has demonstrated that this is expensive and can be challenging once the developing material is implanted within a body.