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Injectable biogel jumpstarts regrowth of injured brain tissue

Started by Bo D, September 03, 2009, 04:58:05 PM

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Bo D

September 03, 2009, 04:58:05 PM
I could use some of this!!!! I think I damaged a good portion of my brain back in the 60's!

An injectable biomaterial gel may help brain tissue grow at the site of a traumatic brain injury, according to findings by a Clemson University bioengineer.

Research by assistant professor of bioengineering Ning Zhang shows that the biomaterial gel made up of both synthetic and natural sources has the potential to spur the growth of a patient's own neural stem cells in the body, structurally repairing the brain injury site. In previous lab studies, Zhang has demonstrated the reconstruction of a complete vascular network at the injury site as an initial step toward brain tissue regeneration.

http://www.rdmag.com/Life-Sciences-Injectable-biogel-jumpstarts-regrowth-of-injured-brain-tissue/
"Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former."  Carl Sagan

Exterminator

#1
September 03, 2009, 05:46:49 PM
Quote from: Bo D on September 03, 2009, 04:58:05 PM
I could use some of this!!!!

Couldn't we all!
Arguing with Christians is like playing chess with a pigeon.  No matter how good I am at chess, the pigeon is just going to knock over the pieces, shit on the board and strut around like it's victorious.

The truth is slow, but relentless. Over time it becomes irresistible.

pariann

#2
September 03, 2009, 07:41:23 PM
Not me.  I'm good. :wink:
Looks like I've come full circle.

andersonbrent

#3
September 03, 2009, 08:39:57 PM
I wonder if it would help with my bad memory? What were we talking about again?

pariann

#4
September 03, 2009, 08:42:28 PM
You just need to get your blood pressure checked.
Looks like I've come full circle.

Exterminator

#5
September 04, 2009, 08:13:33 AM
Arguing with Christians is like playing chess with a pigeon.  No matter how good I am at chess, the pigeon is just going to knock over the pieces, shit on the board and strut around like it's victorious.

The truth is slow, but relentless. Over time it becomes irresistible.

Bo D

#6
September 04, 2009, 08:34:16 AM
Quote from: andersonbrent on September 03, 2009, 08:39:57 PM
I wonder if it would help with my bad memory? What were we talking about again?

:biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:
"Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former."  Carl Sagan

pariann

#7
September 04, 2009, 08:47:59 AM
Quote from: Exterminator on September 04, 2009, 08:13:33 AM
Are you sure?
I'm positive. No brain injury, and my memory is better than the average bear. 
Looks like I've come full circle.

Exterminator

#8
September 04, 2009, 09:06:02 AM
Yeah, and those quoting skills are sharp, too!   :biggrin:
Arguing with Christians is like playing chess with a pigeon.  No matter how good I am at chess, the pigeon is just going to knock over the pieces, shit on the board and strut around like it's victorious.

The truth is slow, but relentless. Over time it becomes irresistible.

pariann

#9
September 04, 2009, 09:23:46 AM
Don't make me come chop you in the throat.
Looks like I've come full circle.

Exterminator

#10
September 04, 2009, 09:27:34 AM
I'm just sayin'...   :biggrin:
Arguing with Christians is like playing chess with a pigeon.  No matter how good I am at chess, the pigeon is just going to knock over the pieces, shit on the board and strut around like it's victorious.

The truth is slow, but relentless. Over time it becomes irresistible.

pariann

#11
September 04, 2009, 09:40:08 AM
Yeah, yeah, you just keep on sayin'.  I actually have gas in the van and am looking for a reason to drive to Indy.
Looks like I've come full circle.

Exterminator

#12
September 04, 2009, 09:46:07 AM
Quote from: pariann on September 04, 2009, 09:40:08 AM
Yeah, yeah, you just keep on sayin'.  I actually have gas in the van and am looking for a reason to drive to Indy.

Ooooooo...scary!   :razz:
Arguing with Christians is like playing chess with a pigeon.  No matter how good I am at chess, the pigeon is just going to knock over the pieces, shit on the board and strut around like it's victorious.

The truth is slow, but relentless. Over time it becomes irresistible.

pariann

#13
September 04, 2009, 09:52:16 AM
Am I intimidating you yet?  :wink:
Looks like I've come full circle.
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