BioRestorative Therapies Announces Selection of 10 Clinical Sites for its Phase 2 Clinical Trial to Treat Chronic Lumbar Disc Disease
MELVILLE, N.Y.,, April 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BioRestorative Therapies, Inc. (the “Company” or “BioRestorative”) (NASDAQ: BRTX), a clinical stage company focused on stem cell-based therapies, today announced that it has selected 10 of its 15 clinical sites for its Phase 2 clinical trial targeting chronic lumbar disc disease. BioRestorative’s Phase 2 trial is a […]
Micro-Scaffolds Help Produce New Tissue From Stem Cells Faster
One of the most exciting and recent advances in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine (TERM) is to combine together multiple micro-size cellularized units, which are able to self-assemble altogether to recreate larger tissue constructs. A team of researchers at Vienna University of Technology have developed a new technique of creating buckyball shaped microscaffolds with a […]
ExCellThera announces new publication showing its ECT-001 cell therapy improves transplant access for all patients
MONTREAL, April 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ExCellThera Inc. (ExCellThera), an advanced clinical-stage biotechnology company delivering molecules and bioengineering solutions to expand and engineer various cell lines for use in next generation cell and gene therapies, announced today the publication of a scientific article entitled “UM171 expansion of cord blood improves donor availability and HLA […]
New Method to Time-Jump Human Skin Cells by 30 Years
Research from the Babraham Institute has developed a method to time-jump human skin cells by thirty years that is turning back the aging clock for cells without losing their specialized function. The researchers have been able to partly restore the function of older cells and rejuvenate the molecular measure of biological age. Overall, this research […]
Third Person with HIV Cured by Stem Cell Transplant
A breakthrough stem cell treatment has likely cured a third person of HIV. The stem cell transplant combined adult stem cells taken from a relative’s blood along with umbilical cord blood that was genetically matched from a cord blood bank. The cord blood contained genetic mutation resistant to HIV which caused the patient’s immune system […]
Facts About Parkinson’s Disease You Need to Know
Did you know that Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world? Or that it affects more than 1 million people in the United States alone? If you didn’t, don’t worry – you’re not alone. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 facts about Parkinson’s disease that everyone should know. […]
Huntington’s Disease: The Unknown Killer
Huntington’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, mood, and cognition. It is characterized by abnormal protein deposits in the brain. HD can be passed down from parent to child, or it may occur spontaneously. There is currently no cure for Huntington’s Disease, and it is often fatal. Symptoms HD is a progressive disease, […]
Multiple Sclerosis – One Of The Most Common Neurological Diseases
Did you know that multiple sclerosis is one of the most common neurological diseases affecting young adults in the United States? It is estimated that over 400,000 Americans have MS, and two-thirds of them are women. MS is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and optic […]
Lupus: The Mysterious Disease & Stem Cell Therapy
Lupus is a mysterious and misunderstood disease. It is an autoimmune disorder that can affect any part of the body. Symptoms can vary from person to person, and can range from mild to life-threatening. There is no cure for lupus, but with treatment, most people can manage their symptoms and lead a relatively normal life. […]