New Injectable Biomaterial Shows Promise in Repairing Damaged Tissue

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:08:00 +0200

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed an innovative injectable biomaterial capable of repairing damaged tissue from within the body. Unlike earlier therapies that required direct injection into affected organs, this biomaterial can be administered intravenously, allowing it to travel through the bloodstream and target inflamed or damaged areas more effectively. In preclinical studies using rodent and porcine models of heart attack, the biomaterial helped reduce inflammation, improved tissue repair, and restored heart function. The therapy works by binding to injured blood vessel walls, promoting healing, and facilitating tissue regeneration. Beyond heart damage, early studies suggest potential applications for treating other conditions driven by inflammation, including traumatic brain injury and pulmonary arterial hypertension. The material is derived from extracellular matrix components of cardiac tissue, processed to nano-sized particles suitable for sa