Monkey’s Vision Restored with Human Stem Cells in Groundbreaking Retinal Repair Study

MEDICINE & HEALTH 10.21.2024 04:29 AM

Scientists restored vision in a monkey with a macular hole using a patch made from human stem cells, potentially paving the way for future retinal treatments in humans.

Breakthrough in Type 1 Diabetes: Young Woman in China Achieves Insulin Independence in Clinical Trial

10.09.2024 21:23 PM

A young woman in China has achieved insulin independence, marking a breakthrough in Type 1 diabetes treatment.

Stem Cell Research to Launch Into Space; New Experiment to Test How Zero Gravity Could Affect Bone Loss

01.25.2024 02:31 AM

A Mayo Clinic research project will be included in the several experiments to be launched by SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket later this month. Find out more about it in this article.

Blocking Stem Cell Signaling Boosts Bone Mass and Healing in Aging Mice, Study Reveals

11.23.2023 07:38 AM

Aging-related increase in Notch signaling weakens bones, but blocking Notch in aging skeletal stem cells enhances bone mass and restores healing ability. Continue reading to learn more.

Creator of Dolly the Sheep Ian Wilmut Dies at 79, Leaves Behind Legacy in Regenerative Medicine

09.12.2023 03:00 AM

The scientist who led the team that created Dolly the sheep, the first cloned mammal, has died at the age of 79. Learn more about his contribution in this article.

Key to Human Regeneration? Here’s Why Stem Cell Technology Is Considered a Promising Solution to Various Medical Conditions

05.08.2023 00:50 AM

Stem cell technology has been a long focus of both studies and debates. Read to learn more. When it comes to treating various medical conditions, stem cells have been seen to offer great promise despite being quite controversial for some.

53-year-old HIV Patient Becomes Fifth in the World To Be Cured of AIDS-causing Virus

02.21.2023 04:08 AM

The 53-year-old Düsseldorf patient had a stem cell transplant a decade ago and has not taken HIV medications for four years. Tap the article to learn more details about this case.

World's First Placenta Stem Cell Operation Saves a Little Boy With Congenital Heart Defect

12.21.2022 05:14 AM

A 2-year-old boy born with a congenital heart defect was injected with placenta stem cells to correct his heart. Check out the results of this world's first operation in this article.

Stem Cell and Gene Therapy Combination Potential Protective Abilities in Motor Neurons of Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

09.06.2022 00:14 AM

A combination of stem cell and gene therapy is safe for humans and produces a protein that will protect motor neurons for those with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, according to the first trial. Read the article to learn more.

Stem Cell a Potential Medicine Against Mycobacterium for Those With Immunodeficiency [Study]

08.19.2022 23:41 PM

The stem cell-derived macrophages will be used to test new effective treatments for people with immunodeficiency. Read the article to know more about these bioengineered immune cells can help fight mycobacterium.

World's First Synthetic Embryo Grows Without Sperm, Egg Cell, and Uterus

08.03.2022 23:29 PM

Israeli scientists created a synthetic version of the embryo with an intestinal tract, the beginning of a brain, and a beating heart using mouse stem cells. Read the article to know more.

High-Frequency Sound Waves Turn Stem Cells Turn Into Bones for Regrowth, Replacement

02.22.2022 10:00 AM

RMIT researchers used high frequency sound waves to induce stem cells for bone regeneration. Bone regeneration due to loss of disease is complex and often painful.

Stem Cell Theory of Aging: Study Reveals How Acetate, Epigenetics Can Strengthen Bones Allowing Humans to Live Longer

09.15.2021 22:31 PM

Researchers revealed the potential of acetate, known as a food additive, in strengthening aging bones. They describe their discovery as a “fountain of youth” substance.

Unprecedented Single-Cell Atlas of the Human Teeth May Help in New Therapeutic Dental Methods

04.28.2021 03:29 AM

Researchers have created a first-ever single-cell atlas of the human teeth that offers promise in formulating innovative tooth therapies, such as regeneration of damaged tooth parts.

Bioengineered Hybrid Fibers Could Assist in Skeletal Muscle Regeneration

02.22.2021 01:55 AM

A new study proposes a new technique for artificial muscle regeneration, using direct cell reprograming methods together with a natural-synthetic hybrid scaffolding.

Lab-Grown Brains Raise Ethical Questions as They Become Sentient

10.29.2020 12:00 PM

Can lab-grown brains become sentient? If so, how will scientists measure its consciousness and what does this mean to the ethical standards of science?

Progress and Challenges of Building New Intestinal Tissue for Babies in Need

06.08.2019 09:49 AM

Right now, these babies can either get a transplant or live on IV nutrition, which impacts the way they can interact with the world and develop and there has to be a better way

The Study of Stem Cell Determines Most Harmful Vape Liquids

05.28.2019 10:46 AM

Exposure to flavored e-liquids damages the endothelial cells, the thin layer of cells that line the interior surface of blood vessels and play an essential role in heart and cardiovascular health

Revolutionary Method of Generating Stem Cells Through Blood

05.13.2019 08:03 AM

Scientists reveal method a non-intrusive manner of generating stem cells Collaborators from the Queen's University Belfast and King's College London (KCL) discovered a treatment method to cardiovascular diseases caused by diabetes.

Soft-tissue Regeneration Possible Through a Nanofiber-Hydrogel

05.03.2019 09:56 AM

Scientists discover how to regenerate soft tissue through a nanogel John Hopkins School of Medicine scientists developed soft-tissue growing gel. Their findings regarding the success in injecting the gel into test rats and rabbit was published in the journal Science Translational Medicine.

Stem Cell's $3 Billion Research Fund Is Running Out; Continuing Research & Trials Need More Cash

04.28.2017 15:11 PM

The $3 billion private fund for the stem cell scientific research is about to be depleted. CIRM is not waiting for that to happen and urges Californians to dole out some more money.