Scientists discover protein that repairs heart muscle and regenerates failing organs
In the labs of the UNC at Chapel Hill, a scientific revelation unfolds with the potential to rewrite the fate of failing hearts everywhere.
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JJ Shavit
- Nov 26
Groundbreaking biomaterial can regenerate bone and teeth, study finds
This material, cobalt-doped monetite, offers promising prospects in the areas of bone regeneration, bone grafting, and dental implants
JJ Shavit
- Nov 18
Lifechanging study reveals that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Novel technique called interventional cryoneurolysis has emerged as a potential game-changer for patients suffering from chronic nerve pain
JJ Shavit
- Nov 7
Researchers discover protein that repairs heart muscle and regenerates failing organs
UNC Scientists Unlock a Duo of Proteins Capable of Converting Scar Tissue to Beating Heart Cells
JJ Shavit
- Oct 23
Breakthrough new drug regrows teeth and is now in clinical trials
A groundbreaking achievement in the field of dentistry and genetics marks a major step forward in the future development of treatments
JJ Shavit
- Oct 7
Scientists reveal protein that repairs heart muscle and regenerates organs
Researchers have made a significant advance in the promising field of cellular reprogramming and organ regeneration.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 3
Groundbreaking medication in clinical trial to regrow human teeth
Research led to the development of a medication specifically tailored to inhibit the protein, successfully ushering in new teeth growth
JJ Shavit
- Sep 17
World's first drug to regrow teeth has now entered clinical trials
Researchers made groundbreaking advancements in their pursuit to create a drug that could spur the growth of new teeth in humans.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 16
World's first drug to regrow teeth is now in clinical trials
The revolutionary finding could permanently alter global dental care practices, enhancing the lives of millions grappling with dental issues
JJ Shavit
- Jul 14
Lifechanging research finds that damaged nerves can be regenerated
The technique, called interventional cryoneurolysis, is performed by an interventional radiologist and can offer hope to patients in pain.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 12
Scientists discover natural repair process that fixes damaged hearing
UVA researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery regarding the regenerative abilities of our auditory hair cells.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 21
Major advancements in muscle growth and regeneration produced by IRCM scientists
Myoblasts, which are stem cells involved in the formation of skeletal muscles, may be combined to repair muscle damage caused by MD.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 17
Groundbreaking rotator cuff treatment regenerates muscle and protects shoulder from reinjury
The technique uses advanced materials to encourage muscle growth in rotator cuff muscles, addressing the real problem: muscle degeneration
JJ Shavit
- Jun 3
Regenerative medicine breakthrough transforms heart disease treatment
Regenerative medicine is an emerging field with the potential to transform the way we treat a variety of diseases including heart disease
JJ Shavit
- May 7
Gamechanging protein can regenerate damaged heart muscle and other organs
A protein instrumental in neuron creation also functions to transform scar tissue cells into heart muscle cells, UNC researchers found.
JJ Shavit
- May 4
Breakthrough in regenerative medicine transforms heart disease and Parkinson's treatment
Regenerative medicine is an emerging field that has the potential to transform the way we treat diseases including heart disease.
JJ Shavit
- May 2
Researchers make significant advances in muscle regeneration
Stem cells involved in the formation of skeletal muscles, may be combined to repair muscle damage caused by diseases like muscular dystrophy
JJ Shavit
- Apr 5
Breakthrough in cellular reprogramming transforms heart disease and Parkinson's treatment
Regenerative medicine is an emerging field that has the potential to transform the way we treat diseases, including heart disease.
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