Bioprinted tissues to be developed for volumetric muscle loss injury

A partnership between University of Virginia and Organovo will develop 3D bioprinted tissue to treat volumetric muscle loss. In a collaboration with Organovo (CA, USA), researchers at the University of Virginia (VA, USA) will aim to develop 3D bioprinted tissues to treat volumetric muscle loss injury (VML). VML often occurs as a result of trauma or life-saving surgery but can also be caused by congenital or acquired diseases. When VML occurs, muscle loses its naturally occurring ability to regenerate causing permanent damage. The lab where this collaboration will be based, led by George J. Christ, professor of biomedical engineering and...