Tiny robots deliver stem cells to repair spinal cords
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- 1. Researchers developed controllable microrobots to deliver stem cells for spinal cord injury treatment.
- 2. Spinal cord injuries often prevent natural regeneration of nerve cells due to scarring.
- 3. Current therapies face challenges with implanted electrodes and cell integration.
- 4. The new approach combines stem cells with magnetoelectric nanoparticles for targeted delivery.
- 5. Biohybrid microrobots, called NPCbots, are created using neural progenitor cells and nanoparticles.
- 6. Tests on zebrafish showed nearly normal behavior after three days post-treatment.
- 7. Mice with severed spinal cords showed nerve reconnection and improved movement after 28 days.
- 8. Further research is needed before human trials can begin.
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topics: Science · language: eng
topics: Science · language: eng
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published 23 Jun, 19:01Z
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