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Tissue engineering in the USA.

R M Nerem1

  • 1Biomechanics Laboratory, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta 30332-0405.

Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
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Tissue engineering uses engineering and life science principles to create biological substitutes for repair and improvement. Key applications include artificial skin, bioartificial organs, and blood vessel reconstitution for research and surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Regenerative Medicine

Background:

  • Tissue engineering applies engineering and life sciences to develop biological substitutes.
  • It is a rapidly growing field with increasing global importance.
  • The National Science Foundation has actively supported tissue engineering research in the USA since 1988.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current tissue engineering activities in the USA.
  • To highlight the foundational role of cell culture technology.
  • To discuss diverse applications and future technological developments.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on cell culture technology as a basis for tissue engineering.
  • Review of specific application examples.
  • Discussion of technological advancements and future directions.

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Main Results:

  • Cell culture technology is fundamental to tissue engineering.
  • Successful applications include artificial skin and bioartificial organs using encapsulated cells.
  • Reconstitution of blood vessels in culture serves research and surgical purposes.

Conclusions:

  • Tissue engineering offers significant potential for restoring and improving biological functions.
  • Current applications demonstrate the viability of engineered tissues.
  • Future development requires advancements in generic technologies.