Scientists improve stem cell creation

A new way of producing stem cells that could lead to treatments for illnesses such as diabetes and Parkinson's was revealed by US scientists today.

Thu, 30 Sep, 2010 - 19:07

A new way of producing stem cells that could lead to treatments for illnesses such as diabetes and Parkinson's was revealed by US scientists today.

The advance in cell reprogramming by researchers in Boston is a more efficient way of turning skin cells into stem cells, which avoids the use of embryos.

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