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Scientists Create First Human Heart Organoid To Replicate A-Fib

Though an estimated 60 million people around the world have atrial fibrillation. It’s been at least 30 years since any new treatments have been developed. This is because researchers haven’t had accurate models of the human heart to study. Thanks to new developments from Michigan State University scientists, that is no longer the case.
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MSU Welcomes Shashank Priya as Vice President for Research and Innovation

After the completion of a national search, Shashank Priya has been selected as the new VP for Research and Innovation.

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