ISS: Immunomodulating Cartilage Tissue Constructs for Space and Terrestrial Applications — NSF Award to University of Connecticut
Cartilage damage is a common and difficult-to-treat condition that affects millions of people, especially those with arthritis, injuries, or chronic inflammation. Cartilage does not heal easily, and these challenges are made worse in environments such as space, where the absence of gravity weakens the musculoskeletal s
| Award title | ISS: Immunomodulating Cartilage Tissue Constructs for Space and Terrestrial Applications |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2529541 |
| Awardee | University of Connecticut |
| City | STORRS |
| State | CT |
| Amount obligated | $400,000 |
| Principal investigator | Yupeng Chen |
| Program | Special Initiatives, Engineering of Biomed Systems |
| Start date | 10/01/2025 |
| Abstract | Cartilage damage is a common and difficult-to-treat condition that affects millions of people, especially those with arthritis, injuries, or chronic inflammation. Cartilage does not heal easily, and these challenges are made worse in environments such as space, where the absence of gravity weakens the musculoskeletal system. This project aims to engineer new cartilage tissue that can survive and function even under difficult conditions like inflammation or low-gravity environments. Using advance |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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