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Two major challenges to regenerative medicine are cost and impact. As we explore xeno-keratoplasty for industrial-scale applications, understanding its environmental impact is crucial. Our latest study employs Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) to compare native corneas with tissue-engineered scaffolds, revealing the energy demands of tissue engineering. LCA not only identifies eco-friendly practices but also guides sustainable solutions in healthcare as we scale these innovations in a cost-effective manner. See how LCA is paving the way for greener industrial applications in transplantation: https://lnkd.in/d-vvREz7

🎉 Exciting news! The REGENMED DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION and the National Science Foundation (NSF) have announced the 2024 Regenerative Medicine Ecosystem Building Grant Call. This funding opportunity aims to bolster the regional ecosystem in the Piedmont Triad for regenerative medicine, a field on the brink of remarkable breakthroughs. 🚀 -> The grant recognizes the challenges in securing capital for product transition, from navigating regulatory pathways to developing commercial prototypes and manufacturing processes. It's a much-needed boost for technologies at Technology Readiness Levels 4 and above, which are on the cusp of transitioning to patients. 💡 The field of regenerative medicine is ready for innovation. From biomaterials to cell or tissue-based products, the potential for transformative technologies is immense!🌐 If you have an innovative idea, seize this opportunity to drive it forward and push the regenerative medicine industry. Together, we can shape the future of regenerative medicine. 💪 #RegenerativeMedicine #Innovation #GrantCall #ReMDO #NSFPTRME

As 3D bioprinting advances, its potential impact on tissue engineering and regenerative medicine grows significantly. As biomedical engineers and researchers, we are continuously exploring ways to integrate sustainability into this field. In our research, we explored the properties of pectin extracted from cocoa husk pods and its potential modification for the preparation of a bioink. Kindly refer to the attached article for details on our research findings. Piergiorgio Gentile Joel Girón Hernández Abraham Tombe Karen T Salas-Calderón Alex Charlton Corinne Wills https://lnkd.in/gr9gXAKV #3Dbioprinting #bioink #tissueengineering #regenerativemedicine #biomedicalapplications #sustainability #cartilageregeneration #pectin #orthopedicengineering

🌿🔬 How Greening Your Lab Can Boost Your Bottom Line🔬🌿 Check out this insightful article from @CLPMag to learn how reducing energy consumption, water usage, and waste can lead to both environmental benefits and cost savings. 📰 Read the full article to find out how your lab can go green and improve its bottom line! https://bit.ly/3xNiFsG #Hematology #Sustainability #ClinicalLabs #SustainableScience #SustainabilitySolutions #Diagnostics

Within our Integrative Molecular Analysis Core, we have developed methods to quantifying plastics in human tissues. Our first paper demonstrating this method with human placentas - tissues that are only about 8 months old - has been published in #ToxSci. The outcomes are eye-opening...

It is becoming increasingly clear that #microplastics have an effect on our #body. Since 2018, researchers have been making efforts to identify and minimize the health effects of microplastics. Initial projects have shown that small plastic particles can penetrate the intestinal wall, lungs, placenta, and even the blood-brain barrier. They disrupt several body cells and inflammatory reactions can sometimes occur. Researchers are continuing their work in the #MOMENTUMmicroplastics consortium, which received new funding from ZonMw along with 7 other projects in 2023. ZonMw talked to researchers from all these projects to learn about their work. We highlight the first three here. ✅ What has MOMENTUM achieved so far? Juliette Legler and Dick Vethaak talk about it in this video: "We have seen that some micro and nanoplastics can cause health effects and toxic effects. We have also strengthened the evidence of internal exposition of humans to micro- and nanoplastics.We have developed a roadmap towards risk assessment of micro- and nanoplastics. And we’re working on solutions. Even if we’re not yet sure what the health effects are. ☘ How do microplastics enter our bodies? Researchers from the Food for Tought project investigate microplastics that have found their way from the soil into crops. Thijs Bosker, project leader: "We are going to investigate whether microplastics from soil and plants can be found in animals. That is very difficult to measure. That's why we make our own microplastic particles and label them, so we can see exactly which route they take. This way we can better understand if and how microplastics end up in our food chain." *Watch the video: https://lnkd.in/ekUEG4aV 🔬 Researchers from the (Micro)2 corona project look at the effects of biocorona on the uptake of microplastics in human intestines. The biocorona consists of biomolecules from, for example, our food, stomach, and intestines, that attach to plastic particles. Hans Bouwmeester, project leader: "If we want to understand what effect microplastics have on our cells, we need to know what molecules on microplastics cause our bodies to absorb them. We are going to investigate that with a model. We coat microplastic particles with molecules and examine their interaction with human intestinal cells." *Watch the video:  https://lnkd.in/eBPSFENz Want to learn more about all the project? Watch the videos by ZonMw: Preventie and read more to “Discover microplastics research” ➡ https://lnkd.in/e3rQ4mT6

What does Biomimicry mean to you? 💡🌿 At Biomimicry Works, Biomimicry isn't just a concept; it's the cornerstone of our philosophy It's a guiding principle that inspires our founders, Dr Nicolene & Peter Philips Together, they are creating a community of Ecocentric Creators & Educators that observe, share, learn, and creatively communicate nature's ingenious solutions #Biomimicry is about recognizing that nature holds the key to some of our most pressing challenges and understanding that by studying its designs, processes, and systems, we can unlock groundbreaking innovations that benefit both humanity and the planet As for defining our partnership with nature, it's the essence of who we are It's a deeply symbiotic relationship built on respect, awe, and gratitude We understand that we are not separate from nature but an integral part of it, and that our actions have a profound impact on the world around us By fostering a harmonious partnership with nature, we can cultivate sustainable practices, foster resilience, and create a future where both people and the planet thrive Join us at Biomimicry Works as we continue to explore, innovate, and co-create with nature as our guide Together, we are co-creating a regenerative world for generations to come and growing together along the way 🌍✨ SUBSCRIBE & co-create with the community HERE >>> https://lnkd.in/gt722GtV ----- P.S - We send you free resources as a gesture of gratitude 🙏🏽 #Biomimicry #BiomimicryWorks #EcocentricEducators #EcocentricCreators #AskNature

Innovations in #Biomaterials have led to major breakthroughs like biodegradable materials and #SyntheticPolymers. Join this ACS webinar with experts from CAS, Westlake University, and Ortholevo to get expert insights into these revolutionary applications. https://ow.ly/fxLg50SQ1Kx

Wonderful and informative interview about sustainable "green" laboratories with Dr. Moira Larsen, PNPL Board Member and Chair of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Focus Group. If you would like a copy of the full presentation she made to our CSR group, leave a comment below and we will send it to you. #greenlabs #sustainability #pathology #corporatesocialresponsibility #panelofnationalpathologyleaders

Scientists have issued a warning after a new review study highlighted the "significant threat" posed by microplastics on our body's cellular powerhouses: the mitochondria. Micro- and nanoplastics have been discovered in human brain and lung tissues, blood samples and even the placenta, raising concerns about the particles' impact on our overall health. Now a new meta-analysis, published in Cambridge Prisms: Plastics by Cambridge University Press, has combed through 130 studies to demonstrate a clear link between microplastics and the negative effects on the energy-producing powerhouses of our cells. #plasticpollution #climateaction