Surprising research result: All immature cells can develop into stem cells

(University of Copenhagen The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences) New sensational study conducted at the University of Copenhagen disproves traditional knowledge of stem cell development. The study reveals that the destiny of intestinal cells is not predetermined, but instead determined by the cells' surroundings. The new knowledge may make it easier to manipulate stem cells for stem cell therapy. The results have just been published in Nature.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news