Professor Jos Malda has received a €2.5 million grant to develop a way to repair cartilage damage, a crucial issue in our aging society. Cartilage’s intricate internal structure has been difficult to recreate, with few cells and collagen in arched structures. Malda plans to use the grant to understand how these arches form and recreate them for regenerative treatments. By studying models and animals, he aims to learn what conditions are needed for optimal arch formation. Ultimately, Malda hopes to develop better treatments for humans and animals, leading to healthier joints and improved overall quality of life in an aging population.
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ERC Advanced grant awarded to crack the code of cartilage repair
