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Scientists 3D-print hair follicles in lab-grown skin

The technique represents an important step in engineering skin grafts, drug testing
A team led by scientists at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has 3D-printed hair follicles in human skin tissue cultured in the lab. This marks the first time researchers have used the technology to generate hair follicles, which play an important role in skin healing and function.