Implantable Device (2) (IMAGE)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Implantable Device (2)

Caption

The implantable device encapsulates islet cells, protecting them from immune rejection. The device also carries an oxygen generator to keep the cells healthy.

Credit

MIT

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