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·April 5, 2012·2 min read

Researchers Show How Embryonic Stem Cells Orchestrate Human Development

Yale researchers show in detail how three genes within human embryonic stem cells regulate development, a finding that increases understanding...

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Brain Cancer Featured

·June 18, 2013·2 min read

Study Shows How the Nanog Protein Promotes Growth of Head and Neck Cancer

Researchers have identified a biochemical pathway in cancer stem cells which are essential for the development of head and neck cancers.

This image shows stem cell colonies starting to transform into neurons under optical control.

Featured Genetics

·August 26, 2015·5 min read

Controlling Embryonic Stem Cell Differentiation with Optogenetics

According to a new study, using an optogenetic technique, researchers have been able to control embryonic stem cell differentiation, enabling them to be transformed into neurons.

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Featured Genetics

·March 24, 2016·3 min read

Unraveling the Mystery of Stem Cells

Researchers have successfully documented the initial steps in the transformation from stem cells to other cell types.

Featured Genetics

·July 25, 2016·4 min read

Embryonic Gene Nanog Reverses Aging in Adult Stem Cells

Researchers reveal the gene Nanog can reverse aging in adult stem cells. The findings could help to develop new treatments for Alzheimer's and other age related disorders.