Chromatin accessibility maps reveal how stem cells drive myelodysplastic syndrome progression

Over the past few decades, advances in hematology have illuminated how a delicate balance between stem cell self-renewal and ...
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Stem cell transplants could save the world's coral reefs, study finds

Stem cells are extraordinary cells capable of self-renewal, differentiation, and tissue integration, making them indispensable in modern medicine. Their ability to develop into specialized cell types ...
New Atlas

Gut cells drive self-renewal by communicating like brain cells

Gut support cells communicate with surprising precision – like brain neurons – using tiny extensions to send instructions to the stem cells responsible for maintaining and healing the intestine. The ...
The Conversation

Stem cells sound magical, but they’re not all created equal. Here’s what you need to know

Jennifer Zenker receives funding from NHMRC and Viertel Foundation. Most people have heard of stem cells. They are often described as “miracle” cells –ones that can grow into any other type of cell in ...
Nature

Stem cell-derived therapies

All cell types found in the body are derived from stem cells. However, genetic mutations can impact the ability of stem cells to develop into fully functional cells. Also, as the body ages, the number ...