New Biomaterial Mimics, Regenerates Knee Cartilage
8th October 2025
A newly developed biomaterial might be able to treat crippling arthritis by prompting the growth of new cartilage, a new animal study suggests.
The bioactive material looks like rubbery goo, but it’s actually a complex biological stew designed to mimic natural cartilage in the body, researchers said.
The biomaterial successfully regenerated high-quality cartilage in the knee joints of sheep within six months.