Stem Cell Blog
Stem Cell Blog
30 Years of Cord Blood Banking: Then and Now
In 1988, an international team of doctors came together to perform the first ever cord blood transplant on a five-year-old boy. On the 30th anniversary of his surgery, Cells4Life takes a look at the past, present and future of stem cell science. 30 years ago,...
Stem cells used to treat eczema
Stem cells derived from adipose tissue could play a crucial role in treating atopic dermatitis, which is more commonly known as eczema. Scientists in Korea have successfully used exosomes in these stem cells to ameliorate symptoms of the skin condition,...
Australian doctors use stem cells to treat cystic fibrosis
Researchers at the University of Adelaide, Australia have discovered a way to replace the cells responsible for causing cystic fibrosis with healthy, disease-free alternatives. Scientists found that cell transplant therapy, normally used to treat immunodeficiency...
Expecting the unexpected – how accurate is your due date?
As most parents know, pregnancy can be unpredictable at the best of times. Simply put, there’s no way of knowing exactly when your little bundle of joy will show their face for the first time - whatever your due date is. New parents Sandy and Alicia Macdonald learnt...
Stem cell therapy for dogs
Man’s best friend could be given a new lease of life thanks to recent advancements in stem cell therapy. Around the world, dogs suffering from osteoarthritis are responding well to stem cell injections, which restore greater mobility and regenerate...
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Umbilical Cord Stem Cell Eye Drops Could Offer Relief From Dry Eye
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First Cord Blood Treatment for Cerebral Palsy Performed in Australia
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Could Cord Tissue Stem Cells Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes?
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Early Insights Into Placenta Stem Cell Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis
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Study Shows Improvement From Placenta Stem Cell Injections for Knee Osteoarthritis
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