People who have lost bones to cancer or degenerative diseases might have hope to restore said bones soon. Researchers from RMIT have found a way to turn stem cells into bone cells through high-frequency sound waves (which are emitted by a low-cost microchip device developed by the university). This approach is more efficient and simpler compared to other methods, as it cuts the time required to turn stem cells into bone cells by several days. It also might be a less painful method compared to the others.
Cheap and very simple to use, the researchers state that their device could be "vital for effective tissue engineering." Truly something to look forward to in the near future!
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This is the microchip device used to emit high-frequency sound waves.
(Image: RMIT)