Biological Joint Technology (IMAGE) University of Missouri-Columbia Caption With the help of a $3.1 million grant, researchers will expand their biological joint technology that uses living tissue instead of plastic or metal to replace damaged joints. Credit Photo courtesy of Dr. James Cook Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.