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Dr Michael Mucalo and Dougal Laird

2 male scientists working on samples of bovine hydroxyapatite

Dr Michael Mucalo with PhD student Dougal Laird at work in the lab. Samples of bovine hydroxyapatite are being prepared for use as replacements for damaged or diseased bone.

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