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Stem cell treatment for Lou Gehrig’s disease may be safe – Science Daily

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2016-06-30 NEWS

Stem cell treatment for Lou Gehrig’s disease may be safe
Science Daily
A phase II clinical trial in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig’s disease, suggests that transplanting human stem cells into the spinal cord may be done safely. The research is published in the June 29, 2016, online issue of …

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2016-06-30 NEWS

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Modeling NAFLD with human pluripotent stem cell derived immature hepatocyte like cells
Science Daily
Researchers from the Institute for Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine at the University Clinic of Düsseldorf have established an in vitro model system for investigating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The study led by Prof. James

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2016-06-29 NEWS

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Stem cell study for ALS patients shows promise, yet causes pain
CNN
(CNN) Stem cell research can run the gamut from Nobel Prize-winning scientists to hucksters in lab coats making a buck off desperate, seriously ill people. The results of one new study may be less than hoped for, but the science is sound: The study …
Risky stem cell procedure for ALS may be done safely, study showsThe Verge
Lou Gehrig’s: Safety of stem cell treatment investigatedMedical News Today
Stem Cell Research May Help ALS Patients, Study Shows Promise But Has Yet to Confirm BenefitsTech Times
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2016-06-29 NEWS

The Verge

Risky stem cell procedure for ALS may be done safely, study shows
The Verge
A complicated procedure for transplanting human stem cells into the spinal cord of patients with a fatal neurodegenerative disease may be done safely, new research shows. Although it’s unclear whether the stem cell treatment can actually slow down the …
Stem cell treatment for Lou Gehrig’s disease may be safeMedical Xpress
Stem Cells Deemed Safe for ALS PatientsHealthDay

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2016-06-29 NEWS

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Modeling NAFLD with human pluripotent stem cell derived immature hepatocyte like cells
EurekAlert (press release)
Researchers from the Institute for Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine at the University Clinic of Düsseldorf have established an in vitro model system for investigating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The study led by Prof. James

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2016-06-29 NEWS

Caribbean Media Vision

Opposition Leader wants stem cell project stopped
Antigua Observer
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, Jun 29, CMC – Opposition Leader Dr. Denzil L. Douglas has called for the research stem cell project being conducted at the J. N. France General Hospital to be stopped immediately. Douglas told a news conference that the …
Opposition Leader Douglas calls for a halt to stem cell research at JNF until legislation is in placeCaribbean Media Vision

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2016-06-29 NEWS

Los Angeles Times

Repairing muscles with stem cell therapy
Los Angeles Times
Stem cell therapy could replace traditional ligament-replacement surgery as the first option to repair partial ulnar collateral ligament tears in pitchers’ elbows. The Angels’ Garrett Richards and Andrew Heaney each opted to undergo the 20-minute

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