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New Atlas
Scientists at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine in Barcelona found that vitamin B12 is crucial for cellular reprogramming and tissue regeneration. Their studies suggest that vitamin B12 supplementation could enhance tissue repair, offering potential applications in regenerative medicine for conditions involving inflammation and tissue damage.

Nature
Researchers have developed an injectable tissue prosthesis with bidirectional electrical conduction for use in neuromuscular systems. The soft and injectable prosthesis demonstrates successful closed-loop robot-assisted rehabilitation in rats with severe muscle injury, leading to accelerated tissue repair in later stages.

Phys.org
Scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics, the Center for Systems Biology Dresden, and TU Dresden have developed an open-source supercomputer code that enables the study of three-dimensional behaviors of living materials, offering insights into the long-term behavior of active materials, predicting tissue shapes, and understanding mechanisms of growth and disease.

Interesting Engineering
By precisely printing spheroids containing dermal papilla cells and human umbilical vein cells within a pregelled dermal layer, the resulting tissue exhibited hair follicle-like structures that closely resembled native skin tissue, offering potential applications in regenerative medicine for grafts and efficacy models to assess chemical compound safety.

Science Advances
Scientists have developed a bilayer scaffold (ECM-SPS) inspired by the nature of the uterus. In experiments involving subtotal uterine reconstruction, the scaffold demonstrated mechanical and antiadhesion properties suitable for uterine repair and exhibited characteristics of both endometrium and myometrium, inducing stem cell-directed differentiation and promoting endometrial and smooth muscle regeneration, offering a potential treatment for severe intrauterine adhesions in women.

In “Deviations, Devices, and Drugs: A Regulatory Roadmap for Human Tissue Reporting,” we'll explore the evolving landscape of tissue banking, and where opportunity meets innovation in regenerative medicine. The tissue banking industry is experiencing a transformative 'era of opportunity,' and understanding the regulatory framework is crucial. Join us on December 6 as we navigate the complex regulatory pathways and requirements for adverse outcomes reporting for human tissue products. Whether it's Section 361 HCT/P, Section 351 HCT/P, or medical devices, this webinar will clarify the path ahead. Don't miss out on this essential regulatory roadmap. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Join us on December 8 for “Pediatric Death: SUIDS, Trauma, and Accidents,” the final webinar in the FREE Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series. Curious about the unique considerations for organ and tissue donation in pediatric cases? Delve into the intricacies of pediatric and sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUIDS) from a medicolegal perspective. Discover the factors that determine suitability for donation and gain valuable insights into potential limitations and how to address them effectively. Join us for this essential discussion! Register now and secure your virtual seat. The 2023 Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series includes seven webinar presentations, all FREE and designed to enhance your understanding of the complex relationship between these two fields. Register now for our upcoming webinar or the entire series.

Florida: Responds to referrals for the purpose of evaluating for potential tissue donation and successfully completes the authorization or donor disclosure process with the next of kin. Performs activities associated with screening for medical suitability, family approach, authorization, or donor designation, and coordinates the tissue donation process following established LifeLink policies and procedures.

Norcross, Georgia: Directs, delivers and monitors tissue recovery staff training.  Primary technical contact for tissue procurement. Ensures the performance of all recovery personnel relating to the proper procurement, storage, and shipment of tissue for transplantation. Provides support for in-services, Public Affairs activities, and professional development seminars.

Tampa, Florida: Primary responsibility is to direct the resources available to bring about a successful recovery of organs and tissues for transplantation once a potential donor has been identified. Included in this responsibility is presenting the option of donation; placement of organs (attempting to maximize each donor); recovery and preservation of donated organs; and providing support and follow-up for involved parties.