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Mental Illness Happy Hour
#691 Nature & The Brain - Dr. Jeff Karp
Apr 12, 2024
Harvard Medical School professor Dr. Jeff Karp discusses nature's influence on his work, personal growth, and innovative tissue adhesives for pediatric surgery. He highlights the healing power of nature, intentional living, and the importance of setting intentions for behavior change.
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- Innovative medical patch inspired by nature for heart tissue repair shows promising results in animal studies and clinical trials.
- Regular connection with nature through activities like walking and breathwork can significantly improve mood and life satisfaction.
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Nature-inspired Surgical Solutions: Heart Patch Development
Researchers collaborated with cardiac surgeons to develop a patch for sealing holes in heart tissues by drawing inspiration from creatures like snails and sandcastle worms. The patch, coupled with a glue that repels water, adheres strongly to tissues and supports natural tissue growth. Animal studies with pigs showed successful attachment and biosealing, leading to clinical trials for nerve reconstruction and hernia repair.
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