Cells shed by fetuses have been grown into mini-organs
The organs will provide insights into pregnancy's final stages and potential treatments for developmental disorders.
Chinese scientists grow fluorescent green monkey using stem cells
One of the scientists involved in the research said it has relevant practical implications for genetic engineering and species conservation.
American Long Covid sufferers preyed on by unregulated stem cell clinics
Sixty clinics served by 38 businesses are selling stem cell treatments to patients they claim cure Long Covid symptoms but have not been approved by the FDA.
Woman's test to save mom's life reveals she also has cancer
The odds against both women having blood cancer were "mindblowing," Danielle Draper, 26, tells Newsweek. "I guess we were made to fight this fight together."
This mysterious sea creature is immortal. Now scientists know why
Scientists have found that a tiny animal, capable of growing a new body, uses genes that usually cause aging.
The animals that could unlock the secret to immortality
From microscopic tardigrades to weird-looking axolotls, there are many animals across the natural world that appear to be cheating death.
Breakthrough Stem Cell Treatment for Pulmonary Hypertension Trialed
Researchers have said that the treatment, using umbilical cord stem cell products, was the first of its kind in preventing the fatal course of the disease.
Doctor Sold Fake 'Miracle Cures' for Nearly $750K: Lawsuit
"They preyed on people's fears and frustrations about their health to sell hundreds of thousands of dollars in unproven treatments," the Washington AG said.
De-Extinction Scientists Are Planning To Bring Back a Long-Lost 'Tiger'
Tasmanian tigers went extinct in 1936 but scientists in Australia believe they can resurrect the species using gene editing technology.
Remedy Deemed Too Risky for Healthy Patients After First Woman Cured of HIV
Though researchers said that the therapy is still considered extremely risky, the procedure could eventually be part of a therapy that is safe for the masses.
Woman Cured of HIV Using New Method Shows Potential for Others: Scientists
The woman appears to be the third person ever to be cured of HIV.
Human-Monkey Hybrid Embryo Created by Joint China–U.S. Scientist Team
The idea behind the research is to determine whether or not monkey's could eventually be able to grow human organs for transplants. According to the team of scientists, thousands of people die every year waiting for such transplants.
Missouri State Rep. Tricia Derges Indicted Over Fake 'Stem Cell Shot'
She allegedy claimed the stem cell shot could be a potential cure to COVID-19, but the injection only contained amniotic fluid and had no stem cells in it.
This Woman Is Dancing on TikTok to Raise Money For Her Boyfriend
Madison Olds shares her dance moves on TikTok to help raise money for her boyfriend Derek Jezwsky.
As CA Passes Prop 14, What Is Stem Cell Research, Why Is It Controversial?
Billions of dollars will now be pumped into the state's stem cell agency, with scientists hoping their research will help people with conditions from Alzheimer's disease to epilepsy.
Bogus Stem Cell Therapy Can Kill, Cause Strokes, Seizures, Study Reveals
Co-author Dr. Jaime Imitola of UConn Health, said: "They use fancy websites promising cures left and right, but which are nothing of the sort. They steal your money but give nothing in return."
Scientists Turned Parkinson's Disease Patient's Skin Cells Into Brain Cells
"This represents a milestone in 'personalized medicine' for Parkinson's," said Kwang-Soo Kim, director of the Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory at McLean Hospital.
Millions of Human Cells Have Been Grown Inside Mice Embryos
Professor Jian Feng of the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences told Newsweek: "This will enable the generation of human cells, tissues or even organs in animals."
Scientists Have Reset Cells From a Supercentenarian
"Why do supercentenarians age so slowly?" study author Evan Y. Snyder said. "We are now set to answer that question in a way no one has been able to before."
Dozen of Children's Stem Cells Destroyed after Freezer at Hospital Breaks
Letters alerting families were mistakenly sent to the children rather than their parents.
Scientists Reverse Aging in Rat Stem Cells
A co-author of the study told Newsweek the research could one day be used to help rejuvenate other tissues.
What's Your Moonshot? Meet EpiBone's Nina Tandon
Tandon is using stem cells and 3D printing to create living skeletal implants for those who need them.
Lab-Grown Meat Is Coming to America
The FDA and USDA will regulate meat created from cultured cells.
Scientists Grow Beating Human Heart Tissue in Lab
The heart tissue can be used to test new drugs for atrial fibrillation.
'Alzheimer's-in-a-Dish' Could Lead to New Treatments
A team from Massachusetts General Hospital has created one of the most advanced models of Alzheimer's disease ever seen.
Parkinson's Disease Treatment Enters Human Trials
Treatments exist for symptoms, but scientists haven't been able to find a cure—until now.
Stem Cell Research Saves Lives. Congress Needs to Act
FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb should reembrace his innovative, forward-thinking instincts.
Scientists Got Vodka-Guzzling Rats to Stop Drinking
The rats were drinking the human equivalent of over one bottle of vodka per day, for months.
Researchers Try New Treatment for Macular Degeneration
In general, these kinds of small studies are done to make sure a treatment is safe. To figure out whether it really works, more studies have to be done.
Stem Cells May Revolutionize Care of Multiple Sclerosis
Data from a highly anticipated, landmark study have finally been presented.