Scientists are getting closer to making chicken nuggets in a lab. They are using tiny tubes that act like blood vessels. Up until now, lab-grown meat has only been thin strips. Making thicker pieces has been hard.
Researchers from The University of Tokyo found a way to solve this problem. They used hollow fibers to help the tissue grow better. These fibers make sure every cell gets what it needs.
The team created a 10-gram chicken nugget using this method. Tests showed that it had more protein, meaning it tasted better. This kind of meat is good for the environment and animal welfare.
However, there are still challenges to make lab-grown chicken nuggets available for everyone. Despite this, the research could lead to better ways of healing and even making new organs.
Vocabulary List:
- Nuggets /ˈnʌɡɪts/ (noun): Small pieces or chunks of food often breaded and fried typically made from meat.
- Researchers /rɪˈsɜːr.tʃərs/ (noun): Individuals who investigate or study a subject in detail to uncover new knowledge.
- Tissue /ˈtɪʃ.uː/ (noun): A group of cells that work together to perform a specific function in an organism.
- Protein /ˈproʊ.tiːn/ (noun): A vital nutrient made up of amino acids essential for growth and repair in the body.
- Environment /ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt/ (noun): The surroundings or conditions in which a person animal or plant lives or operates.
- Welfare /ˈwɛl.fɛr/ (noun): The health happiness and fortunes of a person or group often referring to animal welfare.
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