Category Archives: Stem Cell Research

Surgeons Urge Caution: Stem Cell Treatments Untested in Aesthetic Surgery

Doctors Haeck, Eaves, and Rohrich write joint ASAPS/ASPS statement calling for more research into stem cell facelift and stem cell breast augmentation. Dallas, TX (PRWEB) February 22, 2012 There is little evidence to support the safety and effectiveness of procedures, equipment and treatments that have been advertised using adult stem cells for aesthetic reconstruction, including plastic surgery and facial rejuvenation, according to physicians writing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Continue reading →

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Cancer Stem Cell Research Drives Growth in RBCC’s Target Market

NOKOMIS, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Research into Cancer Stem Cells (CSC) is on the rise, fueling industry growth that Rainbow Coral Corp. (OTCBB: RBCC.OB – News) expects to translate into demand for n3D cell growth technologies. Continue reading →

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Qatari students to present research on stem cells

Research on the potential of stem cells in preventing ovarian cancer, obesity-related diseases and other serious illnesses affecting people in Qatar and the region is to be presented by three Qatari graduate students at the Qatar International Conference on Stem Cell Science and Policy next week. The conference is organised by Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) and James A Baker III Institute for Public Policy. It will provide an international platform to discuss the latest discoveries in stem cell research and collaborate on new therapeutic approaches for the use of stem cells, within an acceptable ethics, cultural and religious framework Continue reading →

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Stem cell implants boost monkeys with Parkinson's

Monkeys suffering from Parkinson's disease show a marked improvement when human embryonic stem cells are implanted in their brains, in what a Japanese researcher said Wednesday was a world first. Continue reading →

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Panamanian-US Scientific Research Supports Using Fat Stem Cells to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

A Panamanian-led, multidisciplinary research team has published the first description of non-expanded fat stem cells in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis patients. “Autologous Stromal Vascular Fraction Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Rationale and Clinical Safety,” which appears in the January publication of the International Archives of Medicine, followed 13 rheumatoid arthritis patients who were treated with their own fat-derived stem cells. Dallas, TX (PRWEB) February 21, 2012 A Panamanian-led, multidisciplinary research team has published the first description of non-expanded fat stem cells in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis patients. Continue reading →

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Editor’s move sparks backlash

Bioethicist Glenn McGee’s new job raised questions of conflict of interest at the journal he founded. J Continue reading →

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Sigma® Life Science Obtains Global License for Kyoto University's iPS Cell Patent Portfolio, Deepens Commitment to …

ST. LOUIS, Mo., Feb. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – Sigma-Aldrich Corporation (Nasdaq: SIAL) today announced that Sigma Life Science, its innovative biological products and services research business, has furthered its commitment to stem cell research, drug discovery and ADME/Toxicology by acquiring a worldwide license to use Kyoto University's induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell patent portfolio Continue reading →

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Governor Romney On Stem Cell Research – Supports everything except farming

03-01-2012 12:35 Governor Romney has described his change in position on abortion to be caused by opposition to potential stem cell research methods. However, Governor Romney has consistently supported all forms of stem cell research, only excluding embryo farming and cloning. But he supports fully the use of surplus embryos from fertility clinics as well as other lab created embryos that do not use fertilization as the method of creation. Continue reading →

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Stem Cell Research Programs at Universities and Institutions ABC News – Video

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Takes Nerve UCI Stem Cell Research PSA – Video

10-02-2012 10:12 Join athletes, artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, activists, students and the University of California Irvine in advocating for game-changing stem cell research. Stem cells are the building blocks for all other human cells Continue reading →

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