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Adeno-associated virus (AAV)
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Explore Stem Cells

Stem cells possess unique properties which make them valuable for research and for therapeutic purposes. In these factsheets and resources, you will find information about stem cell biology, different kinds of stem cells, and their uses in the lab and the clinic.

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Paula's story: stem cells and brain repair

Related Topics Neurological Disorders Parkinson's Disease Current and Potential Uses Explore Stem Cells Research
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Cell Culture

Related Topics Disease Modelling Explore Stem Cells Methods and Tools
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Stem cell futures: An introduction to iPS cells

Related Topics Current and Potential Uses Explore Stem Cells iPS cells Methods and Tools Reprogramming
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What is cloning, and what does it have to do with stem cell research?

Related Topics Current and Potential Uses Disease Modelling Ethics and Society Explore Stem Cells Methods and Tools
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Cell Fate: Journeys to Specialisation

Related Topics Cell and Gene Fundamentals Explore Stem Cells
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A Closer Look At Stem Cells

Related Topics Clinical Trials Explore Stem Cells Unproven Treatments
EuroGCT Resource
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MSCs by any other name

Related Topics Cell and Gene Fundamentals Explore Stem Cells Methods and Tools MSCs
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EuroStemCell Resource
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Organoids: what are they and how do they help regenerative medicine?

Related Topics Cell and Gene Fundamentals Disease Modelling Explore Stem Cells Factsheets Methods and Tools Organoids Research
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Stem Cells and the Intestine Workshop

Related Topics Bowel Disease Explore Stem Cells Tissue Engineering
EuroStemCell Resource
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Reproduction and Fertility: How could stem cells help?

Related Topics Reproduction and Fertility Current and Potential Uses Explore Stem Cells Factsheets iPS cells Reprogramming
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