First stem cells from endangered species

Sunday, September 4, 2011 - 14:30 in Biology & Nature

Starting with normal skin cells, scientists have produced the first stem cells from endangered species. Such cells could eventually make it possible to improve reproduction and genetic diversity for some species, possibly saving them from extinction, or to bolster the health of endangered animals in captivity.

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