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Stem Cell Research - Your Guide To The Incredible Science of Stem Cells

Mouse embryonic stem cells

Stem cells are the unspecialized cells of the body. They can be molded into any number of shapes. Scientists are learning how to grow all different kinds of cells that can be used to replenish diseased cells. This fascinating science has only just begun. Before we know it, there are going to be scientists that are creating cures for diseases that were previously unbeatable.

Stem cell research is truly the cutting edge of medical science, providing a bright beacon of hope for those with incurable diseases that are looking for what was previously an impossible solution. Take the time to read a few of the phenomenal articles about stem cells and get up to date on this breakthrough new science.

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Closing in on a Paralysis Cure

According to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation about six million Americans have some form of paralysis. Currently there is no cure but the problem is being attacked from several...

 Stem Cell Research Provides Benefits for Angina

A study published in the3 July 2011 issue of "Circulation Research" indicates stem cells may produce benefits for severe angina sufferers. When study investigators injected...
Everything You Need to Know about Stem Cells

Scientists and researchers are excited about the healing potential of stem cells. These biological marvels have the ability to grow into specialized cells such as heart and liver cells...

 Using Medical Science to Treat, Prevent and Cure Disease: Stem Cells and Organ Growth

An amazing breakthrough has occurred with the use of stem cells to grow human organs. With this breakthrough, researchers are hoping to one day eliminate the need for organ transplant...
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    		 Everything You Need to Know about Stem Cells

    Scientists and researchers are excited about the healing potential of stem cells. These biological marvels have the ability to grow into specialized cells such as heart and liver cells, and when extracted...
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    		 Stem Cells Used for Research: Types and Implications

    What are the different types of stem cells? Classified either by potency or by origin, learn more about these cells and how they work....
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    		 Where Are Stem Cells Obtained From?

    Learn where we obtain both embryonic and adult stem cells are obtained and why there is a controversy about stem cell harvesting....
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    		 Barriers to Embryonic Stem Cell Treatments

    Embryonic stem cell treatments are entering human clinical trials. In general, there are some barriers to the use of embryonic stem cell treatments. Learn the problems faced by researchers hoping to find...
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    		 The Disadvantages of Therapeutic Cloning

    There are many disadvantages of therapeutic cloning. These disadvantages range from stem cell stability to the egg survival ratio. You can read this article and determine for yourself if these disadvantages...
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Get the facts about stem cells: what they are, where they come from, and why some stem cells are controversial. Find out what different types of stem cells exist....