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Scientists at Columbia University show how a corneal collagen crosslinking agent works, a possible cure for keratoconus and other sight problems.
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Biosafety of Microcapsules
Polyelectrolyte microcapsules as large as four microns can be ingested by cells, leading to impairment of cell functions.
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Models of Human Muscles from Protein-Engineered Biomaterials
Researchers have engineered a protein biomaterial to generate mimics of human skeletal muscle to study the effect of injury and disease on this tissue.
Harmless Replacement of Lead in Plumbing
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