Scientists implant 3D printed ovaries into infertile mice - Successfully give birth thereafter

04/12/2016 - 16:42

Shelly Fan


It might be time to rethink fertility treatment.

Here’s the scoop: scientists at Northwestern University 3D printed a functional ovary out of Jello-like material and living cells. When implanted into mice that had their ovaries removed, the moms regained their monthly cycle and gave birth to healthy pups.

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