Silkworms, shrimps can help repair damaged skin and bones: EU researchers

The research is being carried out with the help of European Union funding.

Updated: Jul 25, 2024 09:47 AM EST
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Abhishek Bhardwaj

Researchers are working on new nature-based solutions to help in skin and bone repair, and the new method involves the use of silkworms and even shrimps.

With silkworms, scientists are hoping that they can be used to regenerate human tissue.

This research, funded by the European Union, is being conducted at multiple locations across the globe.

The researchers are trying to decode tissue engineering as a new strategy to tackle the growing need for surgeries or transplants needed in case of diseases, accidents or age-related issues.

Silk is now emerging as a promising nature-based option for stimulating human tissue to self-regenerate.

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