Making Old Stem Cells Act Young Again

Friday, January 29, 2010 - 18:35 in Health & Medicine

In virtually every part of the body, stem cells stand ready to replenish mature cells lost to wounds, disease, and everyday wear and tear. But like other cells, stem cells eventually lose their normal functions as they age, leaving the body less able to repair itself.

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