convection-enhanced macro encapsulation device - showing nutrient transport to encapsulated cells in a cell chamber (IMAGE)

Brigham and Women's Hospital

convection-enhanced macro encapsulation device - showing nutrient transport to encapsulated cells in a cell chamber

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A convection-enhanced encapsulation device as pictured enhances nutrient transport leading to improved survival and improved glucose responsive insulin secretion of the transplanted beta cells.

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Randal McKenzie

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