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The Potential of Regenerative Medicine

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Overview

Explore the groundbreaking field of regenerative medicine in this 21-minute TED talk. Discover how engineered tissue can communicate with the body, enabling remarkable feats such as regrowing a lost fingertip. Learn about stem cells' ability to rebuild damaged heart muscle and how cell therapy is revolutionizing skin regeneration for burn victims. Understand the critical importance of this low-impact medical approach in addressing the healthcare challenges posed by an aging population and rising medical costs. Be prepared for some graphic medical imagery as you delve into this cutting-edge area of medical science that could reshape the future of healthcare.

Syllabus

Alan Russell: The potential of regenerative medicine

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TED

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