Sunday, June 17, 2012

As I Have a Family History of Both Stroke and Macular Degeneration, these are of interest to me.


Stroke Treatment Using Stem Cells Shows Early Promise In Controversial Trial

The hope is that the treatment, by repairing damaged brain tissue, will one day help stroke patients regain some movement and ability to speak. 


Scientists See Potential for Restoring Vision With Stem Cell Help



Human-derived stem cells can spontaneously form the tissue that develops into the part of the eye that allows us to see, according to a study published by Cell Press in the 5th anniversary issue of the journalCell Stem Cell.  Transplantation of this 3D tissue in the future could help patients with visual impairments see clearly.


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