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Stem Cells Engineered To Produce Insulin For Type 1 Diabetes

Published on: 25th February 2019

For the first time, researchers have transformed human stem cells into mature insulin-producing cells. The breakthrough could lead us a step closer to developing a cure for Type 1 diabetes.

Stem cells reverse MS in pioneering new study

Published on: 21st January 2019

A small clinical trial has shown that when multiple sclerosis patients received a stem cell transplant alongside their chemotherapy, the majority demonstrated improvements in their quality of life.

Prenatal testing: lifting the lid on 22q deletion syndrome

Published on: 30th November 2018

A recent BBC article has shone a spotlight on the “massively misdiagnosed” 22q deletion syndrome. This genetic condition can cause a range of mild to severe behavioural, psychological and physical symptoms, but often flies under the radar in babies and children.

Could Umbilical Cord-Derived Stem Cells Help Lupus Patients?

Published on: 26th November 2018

A Phase 1 clinical trial has investigated the effect of umbilical cord-derived MSCs on the immune systems of Lupus patients. Although the study was small, positive results were observed 24 weeks post-treatment.

Diabetic foot ulcers treated with grafted EpiCord tissue

Published on: 31st October 2018

A new study suggests that umbilical cord tissue could one day be used to treat chronic, non-healing diabetic foot ulcers. EpiCord, a thick membrane product produced from umbilical cords, has been studied and tested as a form of wound dressing and healing for the ulcers.

Baby tooth stem cells & dental tissue regrowth

Published on: 8th October 2018

A joint US and Chinese clinical trial has successfully demonstrated dental tissue regrowth using stem cells from baby teeth. The Phase 1 trial suggests a promising solution to injury-caused tooth damage in children with young adult teeth.

International Stem Cell Conference & International Placenta Stem Cell Society (IPLASS)

Published on: 27th September 2018

Bern, Switzerland - September 6-7, 2018 Conference Report:

The International Stem Cell Conference / International Placenta Stem Cell Society Conference took place in Bern, Switzerland between the 6 and 7 September 2018. More than 27 presentations with speakers arriving from the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Israel, Russia, France, UK, Ukraine, Sweden, Austria, Italy, Spain and from across different universities within Switzerland.