Eggshell nanospike discovery could improve ligament repair surgeries
Date | 15th, Feb 2024 |
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Source | New Atlas - Scientific News Websites |
DESCRIPTION
Researchers have examined how a chicken egg develops its hard outer shell, anchored securely to a soft inner membrane, and believe the insights have the potential to improve reconstructive surgeries like the repair of torn ligaments, where surgeons are required to integrate soft and hard materials.