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Researchers at the University of Washington used AI to design circular protein molecules to control fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR) signaling, which is crucial for blood vessel development.
These AI-generated molecules, called oligomers, successfully nudged human stem cells into different blood vessel cell types.
The oligomers also facilitated the creation of 3D blood vessel organoids in a dish, which integrated with existing blood vessels when transplanted into mice.
This research offers a promising new approach for regenerative medicine, as it could potentially help repair damaged tissues by promoting new blood vessel growth.
While this study focused on blood vessels, the AI-based technique could be applied to other tissues, potentially leading to new treatments for various conditions.
