Stem cell discovery shows promise
Gannett News Service
A University of Louisville researcher has identified adult stem cells in bone marrow that seem to behave like embryonic stem cells.
In mice, he has stimulated similar cells to change into pancreas, heart and nerve cells.
This discovery has the potential to help treat such afflictions as stroke damage, heart disease, diabetes and Parkinson's.
It also has to potential to bring an end to the divisive battle over the use of embryonic stem cells.
Originally published December 12, 2005
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