Stories about: stem cells  

Scientists say it might be possible to use stem cells derived from tonsils to repair damaged livers, no surgery needed

The 2-hour intervention took place at the Institute of Biomedical Research and Innovation Hospital in Japan

After becoming white blood cells, the former skin cells proved able to fight infections

Spoiler alert: scary-looking exercise equipment doesn't even get mentioned

Researchers say this breakthrough could one day help treat Parkinson's, similar conditions

Allows researchers to choose what type of cell the stem cells can grow into

The nose started growing on the woman's back following a failed medical intervention

Researchers say the stem cells have the potential to improve heart function

This breakthrough might one day lead to technologies that restore vision

The hydrogels keep the stem cells in place until their work is done

Newly discovered type of neuron tells stem cells to make more neurons

A team of scientists from the Netherlands hope to one day make full organs

In time, this techniques could help restore sight in human patients

The cartilage was grown from human stem cells derived from fat tissue

Test subjects are expected to begin receiving such transfusion by late 2016

The approach could also contribute to preserving vision in the impaired

If verified, this study would have revolutionized the field