Lung Tissue Generated From Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Thursday, November 5, 2009 - 00:14
in Health & Medicine
Scientists in Belgium have successfully differentiated human embryonic stem cells (hESC) into major cell types of lung epithelial tissue using a convenient air-liquid interface. The technique could provide an alternative to lung transplants for patients with lung injury due to chronic pulmonary disease and inherited genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis.
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