Stem Cells

“Crazy Idea” Could Revolutionize Alzheimer’s Treatment

Debi Johnson

Dr. Tyler Wenzel at the University of Saskatchewan has developed “mini-brains” from human stem cells, aiming to revolutionize Alzheimer’s diagnosis ...

Rapid Stem Cell Model Advances Parkinson’s Research

Debi Johnson

Summary: Researchers have developed a model that quickly converts stem cells to brain cells with Parkinson’s disease (PD) protein structures, ...

New Mayo Clinic Research Reveals Molecular Clues to Alzheimer’s Disease

Debi Johnson

Researchers at Mayo Clinic have identified unique molecular changes in the blood-brain barrier that could help diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s ...

Enhancing Neurogenesis for Parkinson’s Treatment

Daisy Hips

Summary: Researchers have pioneered a method to enhance the generation of dopaminergic neurons, crucial for Parkinson’s disease treatment, by targeting ...

How Brain Stem Cells Avoid Identity Conflicts

Debi Johnson

Summary: Researchers uncovered a crucial mechanism in brain stem cells that prevents identity conflicts during gene expression, enabling these cells ...

Stem Cells Spark Hope in Spinal Cord Recovery

Debi Johnson

Summary: A phase 1 clinical trial has revealed that stem cells derived from patients’ own fat may safely enhance sensation ...

Patient cured of HIV and leukemia ‘extremely grateful’ 5 years later

Debi Johnson

Health By Adriana Diaz Published Feb. 26, 2024, 7:06 p.m. ET Five years after receiving a life-changing stem cell transplant, a ...

Stem Cells Model of Early Human Central Nervous System Created

Daisy Hips

Summary: Researchers have developed the first stem cell culture method that accurately models the early stages of the human central ...

A Game Changer for Parkinson’s Patients

Debi Johnson

Recent research showcases a novel method for increasing the purity of dopamine cells derived from genetically engineered stem cells, offering ...

Tiny living robots made from human cells surprise scientists

Daisy Hips

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