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Growing organs (almost) from scratch. Caveats abound but research is trying to address these.
Medical Mythbusting Commentary for March 4, 2024 Source:Growing organs (almost) from scratchU of T researchers are working on growing kidneys, lungs, and more in the lab to address the organ donor shortage
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Study succeeds at restoring selected molecular and cellular processes across multiple vital organs after death in pigs. Far from human use and a plethora of bioethical questions remain to be addressed.
Medical Mythbusting Commentary for August 4, 2022 Source:NYT A ‘Reversible’ Form of Death? Scientists Revive Cells in Dead Pigs’ Organs. Reference:Cellular recovery after prolonged warm ischaemia of the whole body
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Sheep-human hybrid technology for organ transplants still a ways away
Health Headlines Commentary for February 20, 2018 Source: Researchers hope sheep-human hybrids could be used for organ transplants Reference: Research has not been published yet. Presented at the annual meeting for the American Association for the Advancement of Science in Austin. Texas