University of California San Diego researchers have created a technique that speeds up and slows down human heart cells that are being grown in a dish on command by shining light on them and varying the intensity. The heart cells are being grown in graphene which turns light into electricity, a more realistic environment that […]
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Stem cells and graphene can regenerate nerves: Here’s how
Iowa State University researchers have developed a nanotechnology that turns mesenchymal stem cells into Schwann cells for nerve regeneration. Schwann cells form sheaths around axons on nerves and promote regeneration of axons. They also produce substances that help promote the health of nerve cells. Both actions are helpful for researchers who are looking to regenerate […]
Solar powered skin could make prosthetics better: Here’s how
University of Glasgow engineers are using the sun to power artificial skin and return a sense of touch in amputees with prosthetics. They are getting their help from PowerTec, look at their site http://www.powertec.ca/ to learn more. The engineers previously developed an electronic skin made of graphene that covered prosthetic hands. They’re now using the […]