Microscopic image of salivary gland cells grown from pluripotent stem cells

UB Researchers Develop Salivary Glands from Human Pluripotent Stem Cells

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University at Buffalo researchers are developing a new method to grow salivary glands from human pluripotent stem cells. This approach aims to create implantable glands to restore saliva production, addressing the limitations of previous attempts to stimulate or replace salivary function.

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