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Stem cells have the remarkable potential to develop into many different cell types in the body during early life and growth. In addition, in many tissues they serve as a sort of internal repair system, dividing essentially without limit to replenish other cells as long as the person or animal is still alive. When a stem cell divides, each new cell has the potential either to remain a stem cell or become another type of cell with a more specialized function, such as a muscle cell, a red blood cell, or a brain cell.

Researchers unlock cell density as a tool for building synthetic tissues

Genes aren't the sole driver instructing cells to build multicellular structures, tissues, and organs. In a new paper published in Nature Communications, USC Stem Cell scientist Leonardo Morsut and Caltech computational biologist Matt Thomson characterize the influence of another important developmental driver: cell density, or how loosely or tightly cells are packed into a given space.

20 Nov 2024

Kyushu University team develops antibody to fight age-related muscle atrophy

We all age. And while humanity's life expectancy has increased dramatically in the modern era, we still struggle with the inevitable health issues our bodies face as we get up in the years.

19 Nov 2024

UCLA researchers discover netrin1's unexpected role in spinal cord development

Scientists at the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at UCLA have uncovered an unexpected role for the molecule netrin1 in organizing the developing spinal cord.

15 Nov 2024

Stem-cell implants restore vision in patients with corneal stem cell deficiency

Researchers successfully tested the safety and preliminary efficacy of stem-cell-derived corneal implants, showing promise for restoring vision in patients with severe corneal damage.

12 Nov 2024

Exercise promotes nerve growth at the cellular level

There's no doubt that exercise does a body good. Regular activity not only strengthens muscles but can bolster our bones, blood vessels, and immune system.

12 Nov 2024

Patient-derived organoids: Transforming cancer research and personalized medicine

Patient-derived organoids (PDOs) are revolutionizing cancer research, enhancing drug testing and personalized treatment through advanced 3D modeling techniques.

12 Nov 2024

Uncovering the pathway behind ALS neurodegeneration

Approximately 5,000 people in the U.S. develop amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) each year. On average, they survive for only two to five years after being diagnosed, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

8 Nov 2024

MD Anderson launches new institute for advancing cell therapy

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today announced the launch of its Institute for Cell Therapy Discovery & Innovation, which will build upon longstanding MD Anderson clinical and research expertise to lead the world in developing and advancing impactful cell therapies for patients in need.

8 Nov 2024

Targeting ferroptosis for overcoming chemoresistance in digestive tract tumors

The global burden of digestive tract tumors is profound, with these cancers accounting for nearly half of all malignant tumors worldwide.

8 Nov 2024

Understanding metabolic alterations and immune dysfunction in acute-on-chronic liver failure

Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) is a life-threatening condition characterized by acute deterioration of liver function in patients with pre-existing chronic liver disease.

8 Nov 2024

Research shows how trained immunity links to cardiovascular disease

When thinking about the immune system, most people think about B and T cells and how they can be trained to recognize pathogens, preventing re-infections.

7 Nov 2024

New targets identified for treating glioblastoma through genetic screen

A team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has uncovered new targets that could be the key to effectively treating glioblastoma, a lethal type of brain cancer.

4 Nov 2024

Space-grown stem cells show promise for accelerating biotherapies

Stem cells grown in microgravity aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have unique qualities that could one day help accelerate new biotherapies and heal complex disease, two Mayo Clinic researchers say.

4 Nov 2024

Rare neural crest stem cells identified as key drivers of cellular reprogramming

A team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has discovered that a group of cells located in the skin and other areas of the body, called neural crest stem cells, are the source of reprogrammed neurons found by other researchers.

3 Nov 2024

Groundbreaking study sheds light on stem cell dynamics post-transplant

For the first time, scientists have tracked what happens to stem cells decades after a transplant, lifting the lid on the procedure that has been a medical mystery for over 50 years.

1 Nov 2024

Research reveals role of IGFBP3 in human lung development

Researchers of the University of Barcelona and the August Pi y Sunyer Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBAPS) have shown that the IGFBP3 protein plays a relevant role in human lung development.

1 Nov 2024

Weill Cornell Medicine teams receive funding from Starr Cancer Consortium

Three teams led by Weill Cornell Medicine scientists have received awards from the Starr Cancer Consortium in its 17th and final annual grant competition.

30 Oct 2024

New device enables real-time monitoring of stem cell growth

Unlike most cells in the human body, stem cells have the unique ability to divide indefinitely. This unique property makes them especially appealing to scientists exploring ways to extend human lifespans or develop new methods for repairing damaged tissues.

30 Oct 2024

Elucidating the mechanisms behind kidney development

To Alex Hughes, Assistant Professor in Bioengineering within Penn Engineering and in Cell and Developmental Biology within Penn Medicine, the kidney is a work of art. "I find the development of the kidney to be a really beautiful process," says Hughes.

28 Oct 2024

Unlocking the secrets of Usher syndrome

The mistakes are small but carry severe consequences: In Usher syndrome, genetic mutations cause both hearing and vision loss. Cell biologist Professor Uwe Wolfrum from Mainz University is researching the molecular background of this rare genetic disorder - supported by foundations and, not least, by affected individuals themselves

28 Oct 2024