Stem Cells Restore Vision in World First
A recent study published in the Lancet journal has shown that stem cells have been used to bring about significant improvements in vision in what’s being heralded as a world first. The stem cell treatment focused on the repair of the cornea which becomes damaged in...
UK Approval for Sickle Cell Treatment Using Genetically-Engineered Stem Cells
Medical regulators in the UK have approved a gene-editing treatment involving bone marrow stem cells designed to cure two blood diseases, including sickle cell disease, in what is a world first. The therapy, called Casgevy, has been given the green light by the...
Eye-opening: Stem Cells May Be Able to Treat a Variety of Retinal Diseases
Amongst the most promising advancements in the field of regenerative medicine is the development of stem cell therapies. As undifferentiated cells, stem cells have the power to develop into specialized cells that can be used to repair and replace damaged tissues. It...
