Identifying PTEN activity in real-time could transform a once fatal diagnosis to something treatable once more.

The scientists said some of these newly discovered cells appear to regulate inflammation, blood vessel formation, extracellular protein deposition, and fibrosis.

The knowledge could also help identify chromatin-related gene regulation errors that cause developmental disorders, enabling early diagnosis and more targeted interventions.

The origami-inspired structure folds around the fabricated tissue, allowing the insertion of sensors into precisely predefined locations.