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Potential of differentiated iPS cells in cell therapy without immune rejection
Jan. 25, 2013 A new study from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) shows that tissues derived from induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells in an experimental model were not rejected when transplanted back into genetically identical recipients. The study, published online in Cell Stem Cell , demonstrates the potential of utilizing iPS cells to develop cell types that could offer treatment for a wide range of conditions, including diabetes, liver and lung diseases, without the barrier of immune rejection
Deodorants: Do we really need them?
Jan. 17, 2013 New research shows that more than 75 per cent of people with a particular version of a gene don’t produce under-arm odour but use deodorant anyway.
Serendipity points to new potential target and therapy for melanoma
Dec. 20, 2012 A University of Colorado Cancer Center study in this month’s edition of the Journal of Investigative Dermatology describes a new target and potential treatment for melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. MicroRNA can decide which genes in a cell’s DNA are expressed and which stay silent.
To make old skin cells act young again, boost their surroundings
Dec. 10, 2012 As we get older, the trillions of cells in our body do too
Master regulator of skin development discovered
ScienceDaily (Dec. 2, 2012) The surface of your skin, called the epidermis, is a complex mixture of many different cell types — each with a very specific job
Face-washing tips for healthier-looking skin
ScienceDaily (Nov. 13, 2012) Washing your face is as simple as using soap and water, right?
Face-washing tips for healthier-looking skin
ScienceDaily (Nov. 13, 2012) Washing your face is as simple as using soap and water, right?
Unexpected factor contributes to melanoma risk in red-haired, fair-skinned individuals
ScienceDaily (Oct. 31, 2012) The well-established elevated risk of melanoma among people with red hair and fair skin may be caused by more than just a lack of natural protection against ultraviolet (UV) radiation
Unexpected factor contributes to melanoma risk in red-haired, fair-skinned individuals
ScienceDaily (Oct. 31, 2012) The well-established elevated risk of melanoma among people with red hair and fair skin may be caused by more than just a lack of natural protection against ultraviolet (UV) radiation
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