We are getting within spitting distance of a revolution here.
The convergence of stem-cell research, gene therapy, bio-printing, cybernetics, prosthetics and AI may make the concept of human seem somewhat antiquated rather rapidly.
Also, as an extra bonus, it will probably confuse the shit out of all but the most creative of racists.
Great news here! This could be the beginning of a major breakthrough in regenerative medicine, especially with liver disease being one of the top causes of death in the US.
Great news here! This could be the beginning of a major breakthrough in regenerative medicine, especially with liver disease being one of the top causes of death in the US.
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[ 4.5 ms ] story [ 14.2 ms ] threadThe convergence of stem-cell research, gene therapy, bio-printing, cybernetics, prosthetics and AI may make the concept of human seem somewhat antiquated rather rapidly.
Also, as an extra bonus, it will probably confuse the shit out of all but the most creative of racists.
here is the link to an excellent summary of this achievement from "bopplegurp" on reddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/science/comments/2qabhs/functional_a...