The 3D kidney generated from cultured mouse embryonic stem cells (IMAGE)

Kumamoto University

The 3D kidney generated from cultured mouse embryonic stem cells

Caption

Researchers in Japan have generated a kidney-like 3D tissue, consisting of extensively branched tubules, from cultured mouse embryonic stem cells.

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Dr. Shunsuke Tanigawa

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