Tissue engineering

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012083",
  "term": "Tissue engineering",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An interdisciplinary field that applies principles of engineering and life sciences toward the development of biological substitutes that restore, maintain, or improve tissue function. This involves combining cells, scaffolds, and biologically active molecules to create functional tissues. Common applications include the regeneration of skin, cartilage, and bone.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 377. 'Terminology for biorelated polymers and applications (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 403 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-10-12-04)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/tissue-engineering/"
}