Scientists have created tiny living robots from human cells that can move around in a lab dish and may one day be able to help heal wounds or damaged tissue, according to a new study.

“robots” engendered from human trachea cells have shown surprising behavior in their ability to self-assemble, move, and “heal” damaged neurons.

  • angrystego@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 years ago

    I understand it depends on the definition, but I feel like using the word robot for something created from living cells is a bit of a stretch.