Exploring Stem Cell Diversity: A Comprehensive Guide to Their Types and Potentials
Exploring Stem Cell Diversity: Understanding Stem Cell Classification: Types and Potentials Stem cells can be classified based on their origin, according to studies by the NIH, into adult stem cells (ASCs) and embryonic stem cells (ESCs). ASCs, also known as multipotent stem cells, are organ-specific, as they generate cell types from the same tissue. Explore […]
The Pros and Cons of Stem Cell Therapy
Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy Amidst the controversy surrounding stem cells, you may have overlooked many of the benefits they offer for health and medicine. You might not even be aware that stem cells already have some applications for treating diseases. The University of Nebraska has delved into this topic academically due to the importance […]
Revolutionary Stem Cell Discovery Offers New Pathways in Hypertension Treatment
Revolutionary Stem Cell Discovery. Researchers from Japan have unveiled a groundbreaking study in “Nature Communications”. Highlighting the heart cells’ unique responses to high blood pressure, marking a significant advancement in the fight against cardiovascular diseases. Understanding Heart Cells’ Reaction to Hypertension For the first time, scientists have pinpointed the differences between cardiac muscle cells that […]
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 […]
Stem Cells Cannot Come from Placental Fat
The study of stem cells has been a fascinating and promising field in modern medicine. These versatile cells have the unique ability to transform into various cell types in the human body. Making them an invaluable resource for tissue regeneration and disease treatment. In recent years, there has been considerable debate about the possibility of […]
Umbilical cord stem cells for treating rheumatoid arthritis
Trial of an umbilical cord stem cell drug to treat rheumatoid arthritis. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved research with a drug using umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells. The goal is to treat rheumatoid arthritis. “BX-U001 would have the potential to alleviate the symptoms of this disease and prevent the disabilities it […]
How do we obtain stem cells?
How do we obtain stem cells? We obtain stem cells by collecting them from umbilical cord blood at the time of delivery. Scientists have developed different techniques to extract stem cells. In general, scientists can directly extract both embryonic and adult stem cells from the site where they are found. Then, the culture stores them […]
Which type of stem cell is best?
Which type of stem cell is best? The ability of the human organism to heal itself is known as regeneration. Two of the main pillars of regenerative medicine are stem cells and growth factors that enhance tissue regeneration and stimulate stem cells. What are stem cells? Stem cells are cells capable of giving rise to […]
