The heart’s own stem cells play their part in regenerationMedical Xpress(Medical Xpress)—Up until a few years ago, the common school of thought held that the mammalian heart had very little regenerative capacity. However, scientists now know that heart muscle cells constantly regenerate, albeit at a very low rate … and more …read more &nbs… Continue reading
Predicting the fate of stem cellsThe AlmagestUniversity of Toronto researchers have developed a method that can rapidly screen human stem cells and better control what they will turn into. The technology could have potential use in regenerative medicine and drug development. Findings are … and more …read more &nbs… Continue reading
Sky News AustraliaA world-renowned Australian scientist is optimistic stem cell cures are on the way for some of the most dreadful illnesses. Several promising clinical trials are taking place, says Professor Alan Trounson, who now heads California’s multi-billion … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
The AlmagestUniversity of South Florida researchers have suggested a new view of how stem cells may help repair the brain following trauma. In a series of preclinical experiments, they report that transplanted cells appear to build a “biobridge” that links an … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
Top Aussie biologist offers stem cell hopeNEWS.com.auSeveral promising clinical trials are taking place, says Professor Alan Trounson, who now heads California’s multi-billion dollar stem cell agency. He believes stem–cell cures for inherited blood disorders and HIV/AIDS are close. “We are three, four …Scientists urge more support for local stem cell researchABC Online all 3 news … Continue reading
Top Aussie biologist offers stem cell hopeNinemsnTop Aussie biologist offers stem cell hope. 3:44pm November 29, 2013. A world-renowned Australian scientist is optimistic stem cell cures are on the way for some of the most dreadful illnesses. 9RAW: RSPCA rescues cow from chair. Cow gets head stuck in … …read more &nbs… Continue reading
ABC OnlineSCOTT BEVAN: In the past 15 years has been an explosion of stem cell technologies, but scientists say more work has to be done to keep Australia at the forefront of innovation. Doctors and researchers are among those meeting in Sydney today to discuss …Top Aussie biologist offers stem cell hopeCourier Mail all 5 … Continue reading
Proactive Investors AustraliaAntisense Therapeutics (ASX:ANP) is applying for ethics approval to conduct a Phase 1 proof of concept trial of its ATL1102 technology to mobilise stem cells from bone marrow into blood. Mobilising stem cells in this manner is used to improve outcomes … …read more &nbs… Continue reading