Stem cell transplants, specifically allo-HSCT, are a big help for blood and cancer issues. But they can cause problems, like lung issues. Doctors use spirometry to check lung health. It's common, but it might not catch everything. Oscillometry is a newer method. It might pick up on smaller changes t
Obesity is a big problem for many people around the world. It affects health and daily life. Fat cells, which come from special cells called mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), play a big role in how the body stores fat. Scientists are looking into how these fat cells develop. They found that a process
Stem cells, specifically mesenchymal ones, are like tiny repair kits in the body. They have great potential for healing and regenerating tissues. But there's a big problem: these cells often don't survive well when they are transplanted into a patient. One reason for this is something called anoikis
Cancer is tricky. It hides and fights back. But scientists are on the hunt for new ways to beat it. They are looking at tiny molecules. These molecules might be able to target cancer stem cells. These are the cells that make cancer come back. The goal is to stop cancer from returning. Scientists ar
New York City is becoming a hotspot for scientific research, especially in the field of stem cells. The New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF) started with two moms who wanted to help their kids with Type-1 diabetes. They had a simple idea: use stem cells to find cures for tough diseases like Alzheim
Stem cell transplants can be tough, especially for kids. But what if we could get them ready before the big procedure? That's where prehabilitation comes in. It's like a health boost to help kids bounce back faster. For adults, it's been a game-changer. But for children? Not so clear yet. Researche
Scientists have been working hard to create artificial gametes, or reproductive cells, from stem cells. This could be a big deal for reproductive medicine. Recently, a team looked into how to turn mouse bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (mBMMSCs) into late-stage germ-like cells (GLCs). They wanted
Blood-making stem cells are like tiny superheroes. They can grow and turn into different types of blood cells. Scientists want to grow these cells outside the body for treatments and research. They use a special substance called human platelet lysate (HPL) to help these cells grow. HPL is packed wi
People love watching videos on YouTube. It's a place where anyone can share anything. But what about serious stuff like stem cells? A recent study looked at over 4, 000 videos about stem cells. They wanted to see how people talk about this topic online. The study found that some videos get way more
Japan's healthcare system has been put under the microscope. A recent study dug into the real-world costs of hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT). This is a big deal because HSCT is a critical treatment for blood cancers and immune system disorders. The study used data from all over Japan. It
