Human Embryonic Stem Cells (ESC): Unlocking the Potential of Pluripotency
Human embryonic stem cells (ESC) are derived from a structure formed just days after a sperm fertilizes an egg. These cells have the remarkable ability to develop into any cell type in the body. What Do We Know? Firstly, human embryonic stem cells (ESC) are pluripotent, meaning they can become any other cell type in […]
A Breakthrough in Regenerative Medicine: First Woman Receives Stem Cell-Generated Cornea
In a groundbreaking medical advancement, a woman has received the world’s first cornea generated from stem cells. Marking a significant milestone in regenerative medicine and offering new hope for individuals with damaged or diseased corneas. Medical professionals typically treat such conditions using donor tissue from deceased individuals. Leading to prolonged waiting times dependent on the […]
