Scientists Develop Plant-Based Cell Culture Scaffold: A Step Towards Sustainable Biotechnology
Today, scientists have discovered a new way to use plant-based cell culture scaffolding to create a stronger, more efficient cell-based system. This new technology, developed by researchers at the University of California, Irvine and the University of Pennsylvania, could revolutionize the way we create and develop cell-based systems. The team has successfully used plant cell walls as a template to create scaffolds for tissue engineering, 3D printing, and drug delivery. This novel technique could open up new possibilities for creating customized, functional tissue for medical applications. Plant-based scaffolds are strong, flexible, and biocompatible, making them ideal for cell-based systems. Additionally, the plant-based materials are 100% biodegradable, reducing the environmental impact of the manufacturing process. This new technology could be a game-changer for the biomedical field and could lead to the development of new therapies and treatments.
source: Phys.org