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What are stem cells and how do they work in therapy?

Stem cells, often heralded as the building blocks of life, have emerged as a beacon of hope in the realm of modern medicine. Their transformative potential in regenerative therapies is rewriting the narrative of medical treatment, especially in the context of combating cancer. As India witnesses a surge in the…

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New immunotherapy could make blood more 'youthful,' mouse study hints

In mice, a new type of immunotherapy appeared to partly turn back the clock of "immune aging."

LiveScience

Startup Makes Breakthrough In Reprogramming Elephant Stem Cells For Mammoths

Colossal Biosciences advances in de-extincting woolly mammoth through reprogrammed elephant stem cells.

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Woolly mammoth de-extinction inches closer after elephant stem cell breakthrough

Scientists at the company Colossal Biosciences have derived induced pluripotent stem cells from elephants, which they say could boost efforts to resurrect woolly mammoths.

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Stem Cell Therapy for Parkinson's: Where We Stand Globally?

The use of stem cells to treat Parkinson's Disease has shown promise in clinical trials around the world, with results that far exceed the effects of other therapies.

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Could mini space-grown organs be our 'cancer moonshot'?

Scientists say they're growing "organoids" in space to better understand cancer, neurological diseases and aging, and to hopefully uncover treatments.

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Heart disease breakthrough as scientists grow 'heart in a dish' using stem cells in London lab

Researchers say findings could lead to better treatments for heart disease

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Synthetic human embryos let scientists sidestep ethical hurdles

Embryonic development, also known as embryogenesis, is a cornerstone in understanding the origins of life. But studying this marvel of intricate and layered biological processes in people faces considerable challenges.

The Hindu

The untapped potential of stem cells in menstrual blood

Discover the potential of menstrual stem cells for treating women's health conditions and regenerative medicine, despite challenges and biases.

The Hindu

Soldiers turn lifesavers off battlefield, save blood cancer patients

In a story of selflessness that transcends the battlefield, two army personnel have become heroes not just with weapons but with a life-saving stem cell donation. Their story surpasses duty and borders, embarking on a remarkable journey to donate stem cells and give a new lease of life to two…

The Hindu

Army heroes turn lifesavers; Saved blood cancer patients

In a heartfelt and selfless display of humanity, two exceptional Army personnel Captain Cyrus and Fezal have become heroes not with weapons but with a life-saving stem cell donation. Read further on Dynamite News:

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In a 1st, 'minibrains' grown from fetal brain tissue

The new tissue-derived minibrains may complement existing models made from stem cells, the researchers behind the new study say.

LiveScience

Research reveals how jellyfish regenerate functional tentacles in days

Jellyfish, like other cnidarians like corals and sea anemones, can regenerate rapidly, but how they develop the essential blastema has been a mystery until now. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mum who was given lifesaving stem cells by her son says Christmas will be a celebration rather than a chore

Linda Sellar, 64, a retired civil servant, was diagnosed with leukaemia in July 2019

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Game-changer: On approval for gene therapy to treat sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia

Landmark decisions that mark the beginning of gene therapy using the CRISPR-Cas9 tool to treat diseases that could otherwise be cured only through bone marrow transplantation

Zenger

Breakthrough Research Offers Hope For Curing Arthritis

Scientists discover stem cells that could re-strengthen cartilage, potentially reversing osteoarthritis.

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Stem Cell Injection Shows Promise In Halting Multiple Sclerosis Progression

Early clinical trial reveals no increase in disability or symptom worsening in MS patients

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Doctors encouraged by early-stage trial of MS stem cell therapy

Injecting stem cells into patients’ brains found to be safe and could stop further damage from the disease

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Stem cell therapy shows promise for treating multiple sclerosis – new study

Over 2 million people globally have multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the nervous system and can lead to problems moving, seeing and thinking.

Evening Standard

'Exciting' stem cell breakthrough could lead to treatment for MS

Patients injected with stem cells saw no worsening of symptoms after 12 months

The Independent UK

MS breakthrough could lead to treatments that halt disease’s progression

The study said the procedure was ‘safe, well tolerated and has a long-lasting effect that appears to protect the brain from further damage’.

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Scientists Create First Live Chimera Monkey

Scientists from China reported the long-sought birth of a male primate.

The Guardian - UK

The perils of putting off fatherhood: why it poses risks to children’s physical and mental health

Men have biological clocks too. Fertility drops with age, and the likelihood of offspring having conditions such as autism, schizophrenia and leukaemia rises

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Here’s How To Find Out If You’re Eligible To Donate Stem Cells Bc It’s Easier Than You Think To Save A Life

Australia has a stem cell donation problem. Because of this problem, there is an urgent need for donations from male patients aged 18-35.

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Scientists 3D Print Human Stem Cells To Repair Brain Injuries

Researchers from Oxford University successfully implant 3D printed cells into mice brains, raising hopes for future human treatments.

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