New bacteria-derived hydrogel heals tissue (IMAGE)

Technical University of Denmark

New bacteria-derived hydrogel heals tissue

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Researchers from DTU have developed a new biopolymer for muscle tissue regeneration. They have harnessed the native bioproduction facilities in bacteria to synthesize a durable, resilient, and elastic hydrogel that may foster better therapies against traumatic muscle injuries. Credit: DTU.

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