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Genetic engineering transformed stem cells into working mini-livers that extended the life of mice with liver disease

  • Written by Mo Ebrahimkhani, Associate Professor of Pathology and Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh
Genetic engineering transformed stem cells into working mini-livers that extended the life of mice with liver diseaseA cross section of lab-grown human liver tissue. The green shows the network of blood vessels.Velazquez et al. Cell Systems , CC BY-SA

Takeaways

  • Scientists have made progress growing human liver in the lab.

  • The challenge has been to direct stems cells to grow into a mature, functioning adult organ.

  • This study shows that stem cells can be programmed,...

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