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Bioreactor allows automated long-term culturing of stem cells (phys.org)
submitted 6 days ago by RewindAgain@futurology.today to c/futurology@futurology.today
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[–] RewindAgain@futurology.today 4 points 6 days ago (1 children)

As these type of cells are used to grow organs, it will be amazing to see systems like this directly tied to artificial organ production technology.

[–] gibmiser@lemmy.world 7 points 6 days ago

Can't wait!

[–] Arghblarg@lemmy.ca 1 points 6 days ago (1 children)

Now, the question is... will this be available for all, or just for the ultra-rich?

[–] chaosCruiser@futurology.today 5 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago)

Aluminium used to be super expensive until production was ramped up. Nowadays, we’re using it in door frames, airplanes, moka pots and soda cans, because it’s cheap and versatile.

Spoiler: History repeats itself.