Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Animal cell – per se ; composition thereof; process of... – Method of regulating cell metabolism or physiology
Reexamination Certificate
2007-01-09
2007-01-09
Andres, Janet L. (Department: 1646)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Animal cell, per se ; composition thereof; process of...
Method of regulating cell metabolism or physiology
C435S007210, C435S325000, C530S399000
Reexamination Certificate
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ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides methods and compositions for promoting the formation of three dimensional cartilage matrices. The present invention further provides methods of treating diseases and injuries involving cartilage and bone using the three dimensional cartilage matrices provided herein.
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