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NEWS ABOUT: polymer

polymer stories: 2 news summaries

Scaffolding Gets Scientists Closer to Growing a Heart

Biodegradable frame supports stem cells, may pave way for creating whole organs

Nov 3, 08 10:09 AM CST
(Newser) - Scientists have developed a biodegradable scaffold on which heart tissue can be grown in the lab, possibly paving the way for the creation of whole organs, the Independent reports. In the meantime, the goal is to produce living patches for mending damaged hearts. The flexible polymer matrix ensures growing cells... More »

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stem cell research • heart • scaffolding • polymer • scientific breakthroughs • muscle tissue

Fabric Could Power Your iPod

Scientists discover way to derive energy from microfiber fabric

Feb 13, 08 7:31 PM CST
(Newser) - George Jetson, eat your heart out: Scientists have developed a microfiber fabric that generates its own electricity, which could someday provide relief for cellphone users strapped without their chargers or iPod fanatics running low on battery. The fabric, if woven into a shirt, could harness power from simple physical movement... More »

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electricity • microfiber • nanogenerator • fabric • polymer • Georgia Institute of Technology

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