A gel that combines both stiffness and toughness is a step forward in the bid to create biodegradable implants for joint injuries, according to new research. Mimicking articular cartilage, found ...

Bioengineers print 3D implants with layered cells destined to become distinct combinations of tissue, like bone and cartilage. The scaffolds degrade over time to leave the natural tissues in place.

More information: Marcus Mumme et al, Clinical relevance of engineered cartilage maturation in a randomized multicenter trial for articular cartilage repair, Science Translational Medicine (2025 ...