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Scientists are sending stem cells into orbit where the forces of gravity won't interfere with how they cells proliferate and assemble into small organ-like clusters. A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: It's an exciting time for stem cell research, and not just here on Earth. Scientists are looking into the benefits of growing human...

Pioneering space research leverages microgravity for tissue engineering breakthroughs Key Takeaways Microgravity Innovation: The unique conditions of low Earth orbit help to self-assemble human liver tissues with enhanced functionality, compared to Earth-based methods. Advanced Tissue Preservation: The project...

Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UCSF and the Department and Surgery are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Chancellor...

Surgeon-scientist Tammy T. Chang, MD, PhD , principal investigator in the The Chang Laboratory for Liver Tissue Engineering , has been awarded grants by two prestigious federal funders of research, the NASA Space Biology Program, and the National Science Foundation (NSF) in collaboration with the Center for the...