Published 17:21 IST, January 14th 2020

Scientists create world's first self healing robots using stem cells from frogs

In a scientific experiment, US researchers have created the world's self-healing robots called Xenobots with the help of stem cells from African clawed frogs

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In a recent scientific experiment, US researchers have created world's first self-healing robots with help of stem cells from frogs. robots have been code named Xebots, with name being derived from African clawed frog (Xepus laevis). According to reports, scientists took stem cells from African clawed frog.

self-healing robots have a width of fewer than 0.04 inches. According to reports, robots have been built in such a way that y can survive without food for a couple of weeks and also have ability to work in groups. According to reports, University of Vermont conducted scientific research.

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According to reports, stem cells have ability to develop into different s of cells. scientists conducting experiment took live stem cells from frog embryos and n covered m. Later on, cells were cut and moulded into specific forms developed by a supercomputer. Furr ahe, cells started to work independently such as skin cells that joined to form a certain structure while cells of heart muscles allowed robot's movement. According to reports, Xebots look like a small piece of pink-coloured flesh.

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Xebots safer for human health

researchers said that rmal robots can degre over a certain time period thus producing harmful ecological effects. Xebots has capability to heal on its own and is safer for health of human beings. According to reports, newly created robots could be used to clean up rioactive waste, collect plastic items polluting water bodies or even used for surgical procedures etc. Xebots could help researchers understand nuances of cell biology, giving m a breakthrough in understanding human health and longevity of ir lives.

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According to reports, breakthrough's in this research could help solve issue of defects at birth, re-structure tumours present in rmal tissue or regenerate tissues after a horrific accident. According to reports, biologically created robots have been built with a food source consisting of protein and lipid deposits, giving m a lifespan of a little more than a week.

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17:21 IST, January 14th 2020