Ep. 12: Cancer and Stem Cells Featuring Dr. Sean Morrison
The Stem Cell Podcast
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Zombie Bees and Stem Cell Breakthroughs
This chapter explores alarming cases of 'zombie bees' affected by parasitic behavior, alongside a pivotal study on the controversial 'STAP cells' method of generating pluripotent stem cells through acidic environments. It discusses the implications of stress-induced pluripotency and ongoing research aimed at applying these techniques to human therapy. Additionally, the chapter highlights advancements in cell culture technologies, ethical considerations in embryonic stem cell creation, and the importance of gene regulation in stem cell differentiation.
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