For the first time, researchers at the University of British Columbia have demonstrated how to reliably produce an important type of human immune cell—known as helper T cells—from stem cells in a ...

All cell types found in the body are derived from stem cells. However, genetic mutations can impact the ability of stem cells to develop into fully functional cells. Also, as the body ages, the number ...

Mike Smith, stem cell laboratory manager, said: "Across the globe, transplant recipients are being given that second chance." ...

Intestinal Stem Cells (ISCs) derived from a patient's own cells have garnered significant attention as a new alternative for treating intractable intestinal diseases due to their low risk of rejection ...

The UK's first stem cell collection centre strictly dedicated to transplants has started welcoming donors. The Anthony Nolan Cell Collection Centre, based at Nottingham's Queen's Medical Centre (QMC), ...

A Swedish startup aims to dominate stem cell production while nanotechnology is helping to transform cancer care. What does ...

Stem cell therapy is an emerging treatment for type 2 diabetes. Although it’s not yet FDA-approved in the United States, it is a rapidly expanding and promising field of research. Stem cells are ...

A study assessing the real-world commercial roll-out of gene therapies for sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia offers lessons learned to inform best practices as manufacturers and medical centers ...