Japanese Biotech Start-Up Specializes In Regenerating Skin

Japanese biotech Two Cells is specializing in regenerative medicine, beginning with plasters and artificial scalps made with regenerated skin cells. The research for the start-up, a spin-off of Hiroshima University, is being developed at Kobe University and other institutions. Two Cells' specialty has meant it is involved in cell culturing and non-medical products such as software. The scalp work involves using cultured epidermal cells attached to a biological plaster bandage to be placed over damaged skin to promote healing. (Click here for more - a subscription may be required