McMaster claims stem-cell breakthrough

McMaster claims stem-cell breakthrough

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A landmark discovery by researchers at McMaster University could radically alter the way scientists can use embryonic stem cells to grow replacement tissues and treat cancer.

In a surprise revelation, a McMaster study found that human embryonic stem cells – “the great grandmothers” of all the other cells in our bodies – build themselves a nurturing cocoon that feeds them and directs their ability to transform into other types of tissues.

And by manipulating the products..

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Thank our collective lucky stars that this research has been able to carry on regardless of the religious/political roadblocks, as it may very well be a major breakthrough in the War on Cancer.

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