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Grandson’s needs prompt Flynn’s advocacy for adult stem-cell research – The Pilot

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2015-02-25 NEWS

The Pilot

Grandson’s needs prompt Flynn’s advocacy for adult stemcell research
The Pilot
Former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican Ray Flynn, seen in an undated photo, says his grandson’s battle with a rare neurological disease has prompted his involvement in promoting adult stemcell research. (CNS photo/courtesy Bachrach) …

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New study shows safer methods for stem cell culturing
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A new study led by researchers at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) and the University of California (UC), San Diego School of Medicine shows that certain stem cell culture methods are associated with increased DNA mutations. The study points …
Culture Clash: How Stem Cells Are Grown Affects Their Genetic StabilityUCSD Medical Center
Stemming Genetic Changes in Cultured CellsThe Scientist | News & Opinions (press release) (registration) (blog)

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Newsweek

Biological Babies For Same-Sex Parents a Possibility After Stem Cell
Newsweek
The study used human embryonic skin stem cells to create primordial germ cells – known as PGCs. These are normally created naturally when an egg cell divides after it is fertilised by a sperm. Some cells which cluster to form the foetus are ‘reset’ to
Stem Cell Breakthrough Opens Door For Two-Dad Babies In As Little As 2 YearsMedical Daily
Babies from same sex couples now possible following stem cell breakthroughInternational Business Times UK
Stem cell breakthrough may allow same gender couples to create babiesGizmag
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Fundraiser to Raise Money for Local Mom’s Stem Cell Transplant
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Fundraiser to Raise Money for Local Mom’s Stem Cell Transplant. Members of the community are raising money for a local mom with Scleroderma who needs a stem cell transplant that may save her life. By Paige McAtee (Patch Staff) February 25, 2015 at 9: …

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Fundraiser to Raise Money for Local Mom’s Stem Cell Transplant
Patch.com
Fundraiser to Raise Money for Local Mom’s Stem Cell Transplant. Members of the community are raising money for a local mom with Scleroderma who needs a stem cell transplant that may save her life. By Paige McAtee (Patch Staff) February 25, 2015 at 9: …

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