Gladstone scientist converts human skin cells into functional brain cells
July 28, 2011 – A scientist at the Gladstone Institutes has discovered a novel way to convert human skin cells into brain cells, advancing medicine and human… Read more »
New stem cell trial study could redefine stroke treatment
A month ago, a 39-year-old single mother from Hawthorne suffered a severe stroke that left her unable to walk. Paramedics took her to a designated hospital stroke… Read more »
Adult stem cells effective against clogged leg arteries
At its worst, clogged leg arteries can cause dangerous complications like severe pain, gangrene, even loss of limbs. It’s treated with lifestyle changes, exercise and medications to… Read more »
FDA Approves Fibrocell’s Stem Cell Wrinkle Smoother
Fibrocell Science Inc. (FCSC) won U.S. approval for an injectible wrinkle treatment that uses a patient’s own stem cells to restore elasticity to the skin. The Food… Read more »
Stem Cell Banking: The Perspective of an iPS Donor Family
“Your twin daughters have an extremely rare, fatal disease called Niemann Pick Type C and there’s nothing you can do for them”. Those were the devastating words… Read more »
Successful stem cell therapy for COPD
For more information see this additional video, Lung Disease and COPD
Cardiovascular Therapies: Spotlight on Stem Cell Research
“Welcoming Remarks” (Part 1 of a 4-part series) Robert Klein, J.D. and Claire Pomeroy, M.D., M.B.A., gave the welcoming remarks for the “Spotlight on Cardiovascular Therapies,” an… Read more »