University of Minnesota researchers developed 3D printed device containing stem cells to treat patients with spinal cord injuries

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August 14, 2018

Briefing	3D Printed Device – University of Minnesota researchers have 3D printed silicone device containing 3D printed neuronal stem cells that can be implanted in injured area of spinal cord Neuronal Stem Cells – 3D printed neuronal stem cells, which originated from patient's blood cell or skin cell, can grow to become neuron cells once implanted in body Customization – Size of device can be customized to fit patient's spinal cord Restoring Functions – Device can restore some functions, like control of muscles, bowel and bladder, or alleviate pain
Accelerator	3D Printing, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
Sector	Healthcare/Health Sciences
Organization	University of Minnesota
Source	"New 3D-printed device could help treat spinal cord injuries," University of Minnesota, https://twin-cities.umn.edu/; Irving, M., "3D-printed nerve stem cells could help patch up spinal cord injuries", New Atlas, http://newatlas.com/; AcceleratingBiz analysis
Original Publication Date	August 9, 2018

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