Hepatic Differentiation of Stem Cells in 2D and 3D Biomaterial Systems

A critical shortage of donor livers for treating end-stage liver failure signifies the urgent need for alternative treatment options. Hepatocyte-like cells (HLC) derived from various stem cells represent a promising cell source for hepatocyte transplantation, liver tissue engineering, and developmen...

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Main Authors: Xiaoyu Zhao, Yanlun Zhu, Andrew L. Laslett, Hon Fai Chan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Bioengineering
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/7/2/47