Faqs Archive | Stem Cell Research Facts

What are Stem Cells?

July 10, 2017

A stem cell is essentially a “blank” cell, capable of becoming another more differentiated cell type in the body. Microscopic in size, stem cells are big news in medical and science circles because they can be used to replace or...Continued

Why Stem Cells?

July 10, 2017

A stem cell is essentially a “blank” cell, capable of becoming another more differentiated cell type in the body, such as a skin cell, a muscle cell, or a nerve cell. Microscopic in size, stem cells are big news in...Continued

Why are Stem Cells So Important?

September 21, 2021

Has Anyone Actually Benefited From Adult Stem Cell Research?

September 21, 2021

More than 1 million patients worldwide have been treated with adult stem cells and experienced improved health, based on data gathered by December 2012. Nearly 70,000 adult stem cell transplants were performed worldwide in 2012 alone. Nearly 20,000 adult stem...Continued

What Are Some Common Misconceptions About Stem Cell Research, and Embryonic Stem Cell Research in Particular?

September 21, 2021

The primary reason would be the ethics, since getting embryonic stem cells requires destruction of a young human embryo. The biggest misconception people have about stem cell research is that it is only embryonic that are useful. In fact, other...Continued

What is a Pluripotent Stem Cell?

September 21, 2021

Another type of stem cell that is proving very useful is induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells). These can be made from any cell, such as skin, and from any person. They act like embryonic stem cells, but are made...Continued