Abstract: The present invention relates to a flowable implantable composition comprising a support material, such as various forms of collagen or alginate beads or threads, which can support the attachment and growth of chondrocyte cells thereto, ad a method of making a flowable implantable composition comprising a support material and chondrocytes retained thereon. Further, the present invention relates to a method for the effective treatment of articulating joint surface cartilage by the transplantation of a flowable composition including a support material and chondrocyte cells retained thereon.

Abstract: A cell loading device including a first member having at least one elevated surface and a second member having an opening configured to accommodate the elevated surface of the first member when the second member is positioned adjacent the first member.

Abstract: The present invention describes various support matrices to which cells can adhere and proliferate. Such support matrices are useful for implantation in a wound site to promote healing and regeneration of damaged tissue. The present invention further describes an article including a membrane having at least one layer having a porous surface and also including submucosal intestine tissue, and cells adhered to the layer. The present invention further describes that the cells adhered to the layer include chondrocyte cells.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a first frame and a second frame adjacent to the first frame, for storing, transporting, and maintaining a biomaterial. In one embodiment, an inner wall of the first frame lockingly engages an outer wall of the second frame. In another embodiment, the apparatus includes a container for holding the first frame and second frame.