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- Title
Stem cells: Research tools and clinical treatments.
- Authors
Fahey, Michael C; Wallace, Euan M
- Abstract
The term 'stem cell' most commonly refers to embryonic stem cells, particularly in the lay media; however, it also describes other cell types. A stem cell represents a cell of multi-lineage potential with the ability for self-renewal. It is now clear that the plasticity and immortality of a given stem cell will depend on what type of stem cell it is, whether an embryonic stem cell, a fetal-placental stem cell or an adult stem cell. Stem cells offer great promise as cell-based therapies for the future. With evolving technology, much of the socio-political debate regarding stem cells can now be avoided.
- Subjects
STEM cell research; CELLULAR therapy; STEM cell treatment; CLONING; FIBROBLASTS
- Publication
Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health, 2011, Vol 47, Issue 9, p672
- ISSN
1034-4810
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1440-1754.2011.02172.x