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The promise of bioengineered replacements for diseased or damaged tissues has become a reality, notably for skin and cartilage. The article by Tsai et al. in this issue of the Journal ¹ demonstrates the promise of a nascent form of technology that may provide a new tool for reconstructing damaged ocular surfaces that previously would have been unrepairable.

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