Articles for tag: Artificial Womb, Biology, Discover Wildlife Science, Life Origins, Nature and Science, Reproduction, Stem Cell

Is This the Future of Reproduction? Scientists Create Artificial Amniotic Sacs

Jan Otte

In a landmark move for reproductive biology, researchers have grown the most advanced artificial amniotic sacs yet developed in a lab raising basic questions regarding the future of pregnancy science and treatment for infertility. The sacs filled with liquid, grown from stem cells, mimic the natural protective shell that surrounds an embryo developing, providing scientists ...

No More Implants? Lab-Grown Teeth Could Transform Dentistry Forever

Jan Otte

Humans have been using dentures, fillings, and implants to replace missing teeth for centuries as imperfect solutions to a problem nature never meant for us to possess. Sharks regrow teeth their whole lives, and mice grow new molars all the time. Humans receive only two sets: baby teeth and permanent teeth. Once they’re lost, they’re ...