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In the ever-evolving landscape of biomedical engineering, the advent of bioactive glass scaffolds has opened up new avenues of research. These scaffolds are not just integral to bone ingrowth and biodegradation, but they also significantly influence the field at large. 🧪 Understanding the intricate process of bone ingrowth and biodegradation is paramount when studying bioactive glass scaffolds. These scaffolds play a pivotal role during bone ingrowth, affecting cell adhesion, migration, and differentiation, and even contributing to the creation of the bone matrix. 🦴 One of the critical design criteria for these scaffolds is a minimum pore size of 150 μm, a prerequisite for bone ingrowth. However, the importance of pore size doesn’t overshadow the significance of the interconnectivity and accessibility of the scaffold’s pore network. 📏 With the help of Additive Manufacturing, we are now able to create these bioactive scaffolds with precision and efficiency. This technology allows us to control the shape, size, and interconnectivity of the pores, thus enabling us to design scaffolds that are tailored to promote optimal bone ingrowth. 🖨️ As we continue to explore and innovate in this field, the potential for improving patient outcomes and advancing biomedical engineering is immense. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting frontier of research! 🚀 #BEAR #NIHR #Biomaterials #Research #BioactiveGlass #ScienceForAll

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