Striking a Nerve: Science, Hype in MS Stem Cell TxMedPage TodayWith a new mouse study out Thursday suggesting that stem cells could be a treatment for multiple sclerosis, many neurologists are likely to face more questions from patients about stem cell therapies. For now, the answer will probably be, please try to … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
Genetic Tracking IDs Cancer Stem CellsLaboratory EquipmentThe concept of cancer stem cells has been a compelling but controversial idea for many years. It suggests that at the root of any cancer there is a small subset of cancer cells that are solely responsible for driving the growth and evolution of a … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
Medical XpressThis will support the 3D printed hip implant. Professor Oreffo comments: “The 3D printing of the implant in titanium, from CT scans of the patient and stem cell graft is cutting edge and offers the possibility of improved outcomes for patients …3D printed hip used in groundbreaking operation at Southampton General HospitalDaily EchoComputer 3D … Continue reading
Scientific AmericanA major concern over using stem cells is the risk of tumors: but now a new study shows that It takes a lot of effort to get induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells to grow into tumors after they have been transplanted into a monkey. The findings will … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
Science CodexThis will support the 3D printed hip implant. Professor Oreffo comments: “The 3D printing of the implant in titanium, from CT scans of the patient and stem cell graft is cutting edge and offers the possibility of improved outcomes for patients …3D printed hip used in groundbreaking operation at Southampton General HospitalDaily EchoComputer 3D … Continue reading
TheHealthSiteMice severely disabled by a condition that was similar to multiple sclerosis (MS) were able to walk less than two weeks following treatment with human neural stem cells. In striking contrast to active, healthy mice, those with an MS-like condition must … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
MS mice regain ability to walk after stem cell therapyMedical News TodayThrough their work, the team was able to show that the implanted human stem cells prompted the creation of a type of white blood cell called regulatory T cells, which shut down autoimmune responses at the end of an inflammation. The stem cells also … Continue reading
BBC NewsPeople with a high Body Mass Index can make equally good stem–cell donors as those who are a healthy weight, according to new research. In the past it was thought very obese people were more likely to experience side-effects after donating, such as …Obese people suitable for giving stem cellsHerald Scotland all 3 news … Continue reading