OATEC (Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Tissue Engineering Consortium)

OATEC (Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Tissue Engineering Consortium) is a collaborative research group focused on developing innovative treatments for osteoarthritis, a joint disease that causes pain and stiffness. They work on understanding cartilage damage and creating tissue engineering solutions—like lab-grown cartilage—to repair or replace damaged tissue. By combining expertise from scientists, clinicians, and engineers, OATEC aims to improve therapies, speed up recovery, and ultimately help people maintain joint health and mobility as they age or after injuries.