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Stem Cells vs. Sun Damage: A Mouse Tale

February 14, 2025

In the world of skincare, fighting wrinkles and other signs of aging is a big deal. Scientists wanted to see if human fat stem cells could help reverse sun damage in mice. They used two different methods to inject these cells: a regular syringe and a special multi-needle injector. First, they divide

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Life and Death Talks: How Doctors and Nurses Handle Serious News

February 8, 2025

Doctors and nurses who care for patients undergoing cell transplants have an enormous task. They need to discuss life-threatening situations with their patients and families. But how do these professionals approach these delicate conversations? This study explored the different ways doctors and nur

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Messing With Our Blood

February 8, 2025

Imagine a messed-up blood system where blood cells aren't even given a fair chance to grow and do their job. It's called MDS, and it's a problem no one wants. Think of a bunch of key players in the bone marrow. There are special cells called MSCs, which are like the mega landlords of the bone marrow

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Unusual Proteins Can Tell Us About Stem Cells

January 31, 2025

Stem cells could be a crucial puzzle piece in studying the early stages of human life. These little factories are known for their ability to become many different types of cells in the body. While scientists are familiar with different types of stem cells corresponding to different stages

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Breathing Easier: How Stem Cells Might Fix Lungs

January 29, 2025

Lungs are vital for life, but they face threats like cystic fibrosis or air pollution. When lungs get really sick, doctors might suggest transplants, but this isn’t always an option, and the body might reject them. Here’s where basal stem cells (BSCs) come in. These tiny marvels can repair and repla

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Heart Tissue Retreat: 3D Printing for Better Healing

January 22, 2025

Dr. Smith knows that growing new heart tissue in the lab is tricky. One challenge is making sure the tiny scaffolds that support the cells have the right shape. They should mimic the native heart's structure, like the way muscle fibers line up. Recently, Dr. Smith and their team tried something new

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The Promise of Stem Cells in Controlling Gut Bacteria and Lowering High Blood Pressure

January 21, 2025

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a big health worry. It can lead to heart issues, strokes, and kidney problems. Doctors know a lot about it, but they're still figuring out why it happens, especially when there's no clear cause. Recent research says that an imbalance in the bacteria living in

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Beating Breast Cancer: The Promise of Targeting Stem Cells

January 15, 2025

Breast cancer is still the top killer among women with cancer. One of the big reasons is cancer stem cells (CSCs). These are like the hidden leaders of cancer cells, making them tough to beat. Scientists are getting better at finding and separating these cells. They use tests like the mammosphere fo

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Regrowing Fat: A New Approach with Stem Cells and Biodegradable Implants

January 13, 2025

Scientists are testing an innovative way to regenerate fat tissue using a biodegradable implant and stem cells. The implant, made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) mesh and a collagen sponge (CS), is seeded with adipose-derived stem cells (ASCs) known for their impressive ability to multiply and transfor

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Undocumented Patients Face Barriers to Lifesaving Stem Cell Transplants

January 10, 2025

In the United States, people without proper documentation who are dealing with blood cancers often struggle to get a potentially life-saving stem cell transplant. Instead, they're often stuck with less effective treatments that have a higher chance of being fatal. This situation is largely overlooke