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Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs): Creation and Applications

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Welcome, dear readers! Today, we’re embarking on a journey into the microscopic world of cells, specifically stem cells. These aren’t just any ordinary cells; they’re like the superheroes of the cellular world. Imagine a cell that can morph into any cell type in the body, much like a superhero changing disguises. That’s the power of […]

How is Cellular Reprogramming Advancing Stem Cell Research?

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Welcome to our exploration of a fascinating and rapidly evolving field in medical science – stem cell research. If you’ve ever been intrigued by the idea of the body’s ability to heal itself, you’re in the right place. We’re about to dive into the world of cellular reprogramming and its transformative impact on stem cell […]

Exploring the Use of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Healing

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Stem cell therapy has been gaining much attention in recent years as a potential therapy for various medical conditions. One type of stem cell that is currently being used in therapeutic applications is induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). These cells are generated from adult cells and can be reprogrammed to behave like embryonic stem cells, […]

Defying Gravity: How Space-Based Stem Cell Research Could Revolutionize Medicine

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Cedars-Sinai investigators, in partnership with Axiom Space of Houston, are preparing to send stem cells to space in early May to study the effects of microgravity on their production. This groundbreaking mission, funded by NASA, will involve astronauts manufacturing induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time. The […]

Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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A recent study has demonstrated the potential of stem cell therapy as a treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Researchers from the RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research have developed a new method of transforming stem cells into retinal cells, which has shown promising results in […]

Unlocking the Potential of Stem Cell Therapy in Treating Parkinson’s Disease

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Stem cell therapy is an emerging and promising treatment method that has been linked to various diseases, such as Parkinson’s Disease. Stem cells are unique in their ability to develop into specialized cells, tissues, and organs, which allows them to replace cells that have been damaged or lost due to disease. In the context of […]

Introduction to the Types of Stem Cell Therapies

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Stem cell therapies are an emerging field of medical treatments that have the potential to revolutionize the way we treat a variety of medical conditions. From orthopedic injuries and degenerative diseases to cancer and immune disorders, stem cell therapies offer hope and healing to many who otherwise have not found successful solutions. Let’s take a […]

The Different Types of Stem Cells and How They are Used in Therapy

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If you’re dealing with a health condition and looking for ways to get relief, you may have heard of stem cell therapy. But what are stem cells, and how can they help? Let’s take a look at the different types of stem cells and how they can be used in therapy. Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) […]

FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics Announces License Agreement with Novo Nordisk for the Development of iPSC-Derived Cell Therapies

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MADISON, Wis., Jan. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics, Inc., a leading global developer and manufacturer of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC), announced today that it has entered an agreement to grant global healthcare company Novo Nordisk A/S a non-exclusive right to use FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics’ iPSC platform for the development and […]

Century Therapeutics to Present at the 41st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Century Therapeutics (NASDAQ: IPSC), an innovative biotechnology company developing induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cell therapies in immuno-oncology, today announced that Lalo Flores, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, will present at the 41st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 9:45 AM PT. A live webcast of […]