Tag - Stem Cell

Super Stem Cells Enhance Capabilities by Changing Diet

Credit: DepositphotosA recent University of Copenhagen study created stem cells that are better at transforming into other cell types by altering their diet. These enhanced stem cells outperform regular ones in generating specialized cells like liver, skin, or nerve cells.The study, titled "Altering metabolism programs cell identity via NAD+-dependent deacetylation," appears in The EMBO...

Stem Cell Therapy Trial Restores Vision by Healing Corneal Damage

Credit: PixabayEye injuries that damage the cornea often lead to permanent blindness, with few treatment options available. However, a new clinical trial has successfully restored vision in patients by transplanting stem cells from their healthy eyes.The cornea, the eye’s outermost layer, plays a crucial role in focusing light toward the retina. Because it constantly...