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Cells Self-Assemble into Tissues

Specially engineered cells arrange themselves into three-dimensional microtissues.

By Jocelyn Rice

All together now: A microstructure built from two different cell types (turquoise and blue). Complementary strands of DNA protruding from the cells’ membranes allow them to self-assemble into clusters like this one.

Photo Credit: Bertozzi Lab

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