Raghav Popuri
Class of 2029Belmont, California
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- "How can induced pluripotent stem cells be used to accelerate the recovery of muscle injuries that occur during sports?" with mentor Jeffrey (Working project)
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How can induced pluripotent stem cells be used to accelerate the recovery of muscle injuries that occur during sports?
Started Mar. 26, 2025
Abstract or project description
The purpose of this paper is to understand how induced pluripotent stem cells can be utilized to quicken muscle injury recovery. More specifically, to differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells into myotubes (muscle fibers), have them mature, and insert them into the injured area such that they replace the damaged section of the muscle. The research done will be from existing research that has already been conducted and published online. Topics such as stem cell differentiation, muscle injuries such as tears and ruptures, the difference between induced pluripotent and embryonic stem cells, and muscle injuries in sports will be common throughout the paper. Potential impediments might include that real life results could vary from those displayed in the paper.