Stanford scientists have developed an innovative microfracture surgery method that significantly enhances cartilage repair. By combining this surgery technique with targeted delivery of specific growth factors (e.g.
Researchers at Stanford have developed methods to promote bone healing in people with diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease associated with many clinical complications including impaired bone healing.
Researchers at Stanford have developed methods to identify, isolate, and use specific progenitor cell populations to generate adipose tissue and functional blood vessels in vivo.
A team of Stanford researchers have identified a skeletal stem cell (SSC) along with the protein factors needed to direct differentiation toward bone, cartilage or bone marrow stroma.