Stem Cells: Scientific Progress & Future Research Directions

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Year: 2001
Pages: 202
Binding Paperback

Product Code: 0756714788

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Lana R. Skirboll (ed.). Stem cells (SC) comprise a special kind of cell that has a unique capacity to renew itself & to give rise to specialized cell types. SC may be able to replace cells & tissues that are damaged & diseased. The report addresses SC from adult, fetal tissue, & embryonic sources. A significant emphasis is placed on understandings gained from mouse models of development & mouse SC research. Covers scientific publications on the characterization of specialized cells developed from embryonic SC & the plasticity of adult SC. Includes a general overview of early developments to assist the reader in understanding the key events in formation of cells, tissues, & the whole organism.

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