A launchpad for stem cell research

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 - 15:30 in Biology & Nature

Scientists have identified a special class of stem cells called "rosette-stage NSCs," which he is using to develop a tool to control the growth and development of these cells in the human body. With this tool, they say, researchers around the world will be better able to understand the progression of nervous system disorders, discover new drugs and replace defective cells.

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