New glass can decompose and release calcium into the body

British scientists are developing a new kind of glass that can break down and release calcium into the body. This will allow the patient to regenerate the bone and may be a sign of a change in bone implantation.

The spongy glass, developed at Imperial College, is capable of acting as a viable new bone mold, melting in the body without leaving any trace of it or any toxic chemicals. When it decays, it releases calcium and other elements such as silicon into neighboring body fluids, stimulating bone growth.

This gene activates genes present in human bone cells, cells that secrete proteins that regulate bone cycle and cell differentiation to form bone formation and rapid mineralization of bone cartilage. It is the secretion of silicon dioxide and calcium ions soluble in specific concentrations that activate these genes. Gene activation occurs only when the time sequence of the cell cycle corresponds to the time sequence of the glass surface response and controlled release secretion.

The bone cells grow on bioactive glass. Photo: Imperial College

There are plans for further research at the ISIS Second Target Station when it is opened later this year. This research will explore glass / polyester hybrids and may be a means to develop stronger mechanical versions of glass that can be loaded and appropriate for medical use. Bone joint. If further research is done as expected, clinical trials may be available within the next five years.