Tag Archives: Research and development
Adult stem cells transform faster with two lasers
The research appears in Biochimie, at https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biochi.2021.07.009. Credit: Graphic design by Therese van Wyk, University of Johannesburg. Based on Pixabay images and one image from Biochimie at 10.1016/j.biochi.2021.07.009 https://phys.org/news/2021-10-adult-stem-cells-faster-lasers.html
New Mechanism Discovered for Muscle Regeneration
The microtubule network (green) re-organizes at the muscle lesion and attracts myonuclei. Credit: William Roman, iMM https://scitechdaily.com/new-mechanism-discovered-for-muscle-regeneration/
You cure yourself of cancer 24 times a week..without knowing it: BILL BRYSON on how 8,000 different things can kill you – but only one will succeed
Every day, it has been estimated, between one and five of your cells turns cancerous and your immune system captures and kills them. Think of that https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7490025/BILL-BRYSON-8-000-different-things-kill-one-succeed.html
New Glioma Stem Cell-Related Target Identified for Potential Treatment of Glioblastoma
JDRF Beta Cell Replacement Consortium Meeting: Advancing Novel Therapies
NIH STEM CELL INFORMATION – Introduction to Stem Cells
CAN FASTING BE GOOD FOR YOU? TWO STUDIES REVEAL HOW IT CHANGES THE BODY
BioRescue Consortium Ceases Egg Harvesting on Northern White Rhino Najin Following an Ethical Risk Assessment
Najin in Kenya. Credit: http://www.BioRescue.org/Jan Zwilling https://www.technologynetworks.com/cell-science/news/biorescue-consortium-ceases-egg-harvesting-on-northern-white-rhino-najin-following-an-ethical-risk-355046
Escaping stem cells play role in hair loss
Experiments in aging mice help explain thinning hair and balding—and may also lead to broader insights into the aging process. ESB Professional / Shutterstock https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/escaping-stem-cells-play-role-hair-loss
Sperm cells developed from primate stem cells
Chemical on-off switches for genes may help explain why large mammals live longer
A sweeping study of chemical marks along the genome may help explain why the tiny Prague ratter lives up to 14 years, whereas Irish wolfhounds reach age 10 at most.BEST […]
We cannot cheat ageing and death
Protein involved in heart development boosts stem cell strategy for heart repair
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-10-protein-involved-heart-boosts-stem.html
National MS Society Supports Stem Cell Transplant for Select, Aggressive RRMS
The pace of aging: a promising set of biomarkers?
Ten Years On, Gene Therapy Still Beating Most Cases of ‘Bubble Boy’ Immune Disease
What Makes Us Human? The Answer May Be Found in Overlooked “Junk” DNA
National MS Society Supports Stem Cell Transplant for Select, Aggressive RRMS
Aging Is Reversible—at Least in Human Cells and Live Mice
Credit: Tim Flach Getty Images https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/aging-is-reversible-at-least-in-human-cells-and-live-mice/
UK, 10-year cryopreserved eggs storage limit abolished
Direct reprogramming of oral epithelial cells into mesenchymal-like cells
The expression levels of Cd31, a marker for endothelial cells, and Cd90, a marker for mesenchymal stem cells…more Credit: Scientific Reports https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-03-reprogramming-oral-epithelial-cells-mesenchymal-like.html
Measuring aging: what is your physiological age?
Potential New Glioblastoma Combination Therapy
Source: Dr P. Marazzi/Science Photo Library/Getty Images https://www.genengnews.com/news/potential-new-glioblastoma-combination-therapy/
TRUST IN SCIENCE CAN BE RISKY WITHOUT CRITICAL MINDSET
“Fostering trust in the ‘healthy skepticism’ inherent to the scientific process may also be a critical element of protecting against misinformation,” write the researchers. (Credit: Getty Images) https://www.futurity.org/trust-in-science-2603082/
UCSF Researchers Discover a New Type of Pluripotent Cell in Breast Tissue
The top middle panel shows endogenous pluripotent somatic (ePS) cells, which can give rise to many tissue derivatives, including pancreas, bone, intestine, breast and cartilage cells. https://scitechdaily.com/ucsf-researchers-discover-a-new-type-of-pluripotent-cell-in-breast-tissue/
Exploring the Utility of Stem Cell Therapy for COVID-19
Credit: Pixabay https://www.technologynetworks.com/biopharma/articles/exploring-the-utility-of-stem-cell-therapy-for-covid-19-334068
Developing treatment for vision loss through transplant of photoreceptor precursors
Retinal progenitor cells derived from RxCell induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) can mature into retina photoreceptors after transplantation into the preclinical models, enabling restored vision. Credit: NUS Yong Loo Lin […]
At-home blood test powers personalised longevity advice
‘Introducing, Selma Blair’ doc reveals star’s risky MS treatment
https://us.newschant.com/entertainment/introducing-selma-blair-doc-reveals-stars-risky-ms-treatment/
WATCH FOR SCAMMY STEM CELL THERAPIES FOR COVID-19
“The premature commercialization of cell-based therapeutics will inevitably harm the field of regenerative medicine, increase risks to patients, and erode the public’s trust,” says Laertis Ikonomou. (Credit: Getty Images) https://www.futurity.org/stem-cell-therapies-covid-19-2643522-2/
Researching the Safety and Effectiveness of Stem Cells to Treat ‘Long Covid’
Studying acute Covid-19 may lead to treatment for longer-term chronic symptoms. https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/387514
Skin stem cells get moving for enhanced skin regeneration
EGFR signaling stabilizes COL17A1 through TIMP1 induction, which is required for cell motility coordinated by actin and keratin filament networks. The age-associated decline of EGFR signaling results…more Credit: Department of […]
Aided by stem cells, a lizard regenerates a perfect tail for the first time in 250 million years
A mourning gecko can regenerate its tail, but the replacement is an imperfect copy of the original. Credit: Lozito Lab https://phys.org/news/2021-10-aided-stem-cells-lizard-regenerates.html
New atlas of small cell lung cancer reveals rare population of stem-like cells with metastatic properties
A new approach to reversing tissue aging
Fetch! Solving dog longevity can benefit us all
Altering metabolism in immune cells helps damaged nerves recover
Photograph from a Johns Hopkins Medicine study showing regenerated junctions between peripheral nerves and their muscle fibers in mice. By modifying white blood cells known as macrophages…more Credit: Mithilesh Kumar […]
Celebrating Stem Cell Awareness Day
Nerve repair, with help from stem cells
D. Kacy Cullen. Credit: Eric Sucar https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-10-nerve-stem-cells.html
