Scientists from the University of Nottingham have developed innovative blood-based implants. They can significantly improve the natural healing processes of bones and other tissues. Instead of creating synthetic materials from scratch, the researchers used real blood with the addition of peptide amphiphiles (PA) - artificial proteins. They improved the healing properties of the regenerative hematoma. This created a more efficient environment for the cells responsible for repair and growth. In experiments with rats that had had sections of their skulls removed, the new implants made from their blood showed impressive results. After 6 weeks, the animals showed up to 62% new bone formation. When using commercial substitutes, this figure was 50%, and in the control group - only 30%. The results of the study are published in the journal Advanced Materials. According to the authors, this technology may become the basis for the development of new methods of treatment of injuries and bone diseases