Schematic of Two Approaches for Using Biomaterials (IMAGE)

Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation

Schematic of Two Approaches for Using Biomaterials

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Two approaches for using biomaterials. In the more traditional approach (left), the biomaterial construct is mixed with cells and biomolecules outside of the body and then developed in an external bioreactor. The structure is then implanted into the body. In the more recently used, or "in situ" approach (right), biomaterials are created without the addition of cells before implantation into the body. The implanted materials then stimulate and enhance the body's own cellular and chemical healing mechanisms.

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Akhilesh K. Gaharwar

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