stem cells
Winners Of 2018 Nikkei Asia Prizes Announced
A Chinese environmentalist, a Vietnamese pediatrician and an Indian reformer have been awarded the 23rd Nikkei Asia Prizes.
Fighting Parkinson’s Disease With Stem Cells
Dopaminergic neurons derived from human embryonic stem cells have been shown to alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in monkeys.
7 Must-Read Stories In April 2018
A boycott of a yet-to-be launched paywalled research journal and a peek at the denizens of the deep all made the top news in April 2018.
A Wholesome Environment For Gut Stem Cells
Scientists in Singapore have discovered a type of cell responsible for maintaining the stem cell niche in the gut.
Six Steps To Turn Stem Cells Into Liver Cells
Scientists have devised a method to generate large numbers of pure liver cells from stem cells.
Lipids Control Stem Cell Division In The Brain
Scientists have discovered that enzymes involved in membrane lipid synthesis regulate asymmetric division in neural stem cells.
Stem Cells Help Repair Injured Lungs
In a collaborative study between Singapore and the US, researchers have demonstrated that stem cells can be used to regenerate damaged lung tissue.
Synthesizing A Natural Compound That Hunts Down Cancer Stem Cells
Scientists in China have synthesized a natural cyclic compound that targets pancreatic cancer stem cells.
Mending The Heart With Living Nanogels
By encapsulating stem cells in a nanogel, scientists have managed to repair heart damage in mice and pigs.
