Longevity Gene: Molecular Fountain of Youth?

A new study led by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, represents a major advance in the understanding of the molecular mechanisms behind aging while providing new hope for the development of targeted treatments for age-related degenerative diseases.

http://www.ccnmag.com/article/longevity_gene_molecular_fountain_of_youth_

Two-Step Immunotherapy Attacks Advanced Ovarian Cancer

Most ovarian cancer patients are diagnosed with late stage disease that is unresponsive to existing therapies.

http://scienceblog.com/59448/two-step-immunotherapy-attacks-advanced-ovarian-cancer/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+scienceblogrssfeed+%28ScienceBlog.com%29

Blood Vessel Cells Coax Colorectal Cancer Cells Into More Dangerous State

Blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to tumors can also deliver something else - a signal that strengthens nearby cancer cells, making them more resistant to chemotherapy, more likely to spread to other organs and more lethal, scientists at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center report online in Cancer Cell .

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/598711/?sc=rsla&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseLatestNews+%28Newswise%3A+Latest+News%29

Valley schools engage in 'bloody battle'

A Comox Valley inter-school blood drive challenge will help to ensure an adequate supply for those in need, says Canadian Blood Services.

http://www.bclocalnews.com/community/189284371.html

Does My Child Have a Primary Immunodeficiency Disease?

As a practicing pediatrician, I am frequently asked by parents if their child is unusually sick--could there be something wrong? I reassure them that children in day care, particularly from six to 30 months of age, typically get a new infection every three weeks .

http://www.dukehealth.org/health_library/advice_from_doctors/your_childs_health/does-my-child-have-a-primary-immunodeficiency-disease?

Humans Wiped Out Tiger, Not Disease, Shows Study

... that stem cells may aid recovery in rats that have suffered a stroke. The study, published in the journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy, found that stem cell treatments improved... A new study has shown that "triggers" for migraine with aura may not ...

http://www.webpronews.com/humans-wiped-out-tiger-not-disease-shows-study-2013-01

Progress in the Reprogramming of Somatic Cells [Reviews]

Correspondence to Sheng Ding, Gladstone Institute UCSF, The Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, 1650 Owens St, San Francisco, CA 94158.

http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/112/3/562.short?rss=1

Immunogenicity of Pluripotent Stem Cells and Their Derivatives [Reviews]

... CA. Correspondence to Joseph C. Wu, MD, PhD, Stanford University School of Medicine, Lorry Lokey Stem Cell Research Bldg, 265 Campus Dr, Room G1120B, Stanford, CA 94305-5454. E-mail The ability of pluripotent stem cells to self-renew and ...

http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/112/3/549.short?rss=1

Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Cardiovascular Drug Discovery [Reviews]

Correspondence to Mark Mercola, PhD, Muscle Development and Regeneration Program, Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute, 10901 North Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037.

http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/112/3/534.short?rss=1

Steps Toward Safe Cell Therapy Using Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells [Reviews]

From the Departments of Physiology and Orthopedic Surgery and Kanrinmaru Project , School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo, Japan; Department of Pathology, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamaguchi, Japan ; Center for iPS Cell Research and Application, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan ; and Genomic Science Laboratory, Dainippon ... (more)

http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/112/3/523.short?rss=1

The Ethics Of Investing

Dictionaries list several different definitions for the word "ethics." The primary definition is a system of moral principles, and a secondary definition is that it is the rules of conduct as used by a specific group or culture.

http://www.investopedia.com/articles/basics/13/ethics-of-investing.asp?partner=rss-recentarticles

Two-step immunotherapy attacks advanced ovarian cancer

In a new study, researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine show that a two-step personalized immunotherapy treatment -- a dendritic cell vaccine using patients' own tumor followed by adoptive T cell therapy -- triggers anti-tumor immune responses in these type of patients.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130131163017.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Ftop_news+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Top+News%29

Diabetes distresses bone marrow stem cells by damaging their microenvironment

While it is well known that microangiopathy is the cause of renal damage, blindness and heart attacks in patients with diabetes, this is the first time that a reduction of the smallest blood vessels has been shown in bone marrow, the tissue contained inside the bones and the main source of stem cells.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130131163015.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Ftop_news+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Top+News%29

Calif. stem cell agency to change grant system

... cell agency was created in 2004 after state voters approved Proposition 71, which funded human embryonic stem cell research at a time when there were federal restrictions and opposition from some religious groups. The agency has broad powers to ...

http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2013/jan/31/calif-stem-cell-agency-to-change-grant-system/

Diabetes distresses bone marrow stem cells by damaging their microenvironment

New research has shown the presence of a disease affecting small blood vessels, known as microangiopathy, in the bone marrow of diabetic patients.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-diabetes-distresses-bone-marrow-stem.html

Longevity Gene: Discovery opens the door to a potential 'molecular fountain of youth'

Older and fitter? New findings from a UC Berkeley-led study could have implications for the development of treatments for age-related degenerative diseases.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130131144423.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fmost_popular+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Most+Popular+News%29

Csrnewsdaily.com Issues Investment Alert On (NASDAQ: CLSN), (OTCQB:...

CLSN) plunged 81.55% to $1.48 on a traded volume of 24.20 million shares. The Company said that in combination with radiofrequency ablation did not meet the primary endpoint of the Phase III HEAT Study in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma, also known as primary liver cancer.

http://www.macreportmedia.com/ViewSubmission.aspx?submissionRequest=20802

Stem cell agency to change grant system

The governing board of California's stem cell funding agency has voted to overhaul how it distributes scientific grants after critics raised concerns that too many board members represented schools that have won funding.

http://www.cbs47.tv/news/state/story/Stem-cell-agency-to-change-grant-system/RkkY3plQBkS6aL7ddnMLrw.cspx?rss=154

Cutting edge stem cell research to be presented at the 2nd Annual Cancer Immunotherapy Conference

Jan. 31, 2013 - Minneapolis, MN - Ground breaking research on cancer stem cells as targets and normal stem cells in Immunotherapy will be discussed at the 2nd Annual Cancer Immunotherapy Conference in Washington DC on April 4-5, 2013.

http://www.prlog.org/12070857-cutting-edge-stem-cell-research-to-be-presented-at-the-2nd-annual-cancer-immunotherapy-conference.html

Calif. stem cell agency to change grant system

The governing board of California's stem cell funding agency has voted to overhaul how it distributes scientific grants after critics raised concerns that too many board members represented schools that have won funding.

http://www.sacbee.com/2013/01/31/5155667/calif-stem-cell-agency-to-change.html#mi_rss=AP%20State%20News

Calif. stem cell agency to change grant system

The governing board of California's stem cell funding agency has voted to overhaul how it distributes scientific grants after critics raised concerns that too many board members represented schools that have won funding.

http://www.modbee.com/2013/01/31/2557360/calif-stem-cell-agency-to-change.html

Q Therapeutics, Inc. to Present at the 15th Annual Biotechnology...

Q Therapeutics , Inc. , an emerging biotechnology company developing innovative cell therapy products for the treatment of debilitating diseases of the central nervous system, today announced that the Company is scheduled to present at the 15th Annual BIO CEO & Investor Conference.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=286303&full=1

Cutting Edge Research in Stem Cells and Cancer Immunotherapy to Be...

Ground breaking research on cancer stem cells as targets and normal stem cells in Immunotherapy will be discussed at the 2nd Annual Cancer Immunotherapy Conference in Washington DC on April 4-5, 2013.

http://www.pressreleasepoint.com/cutting-edge-research-stem-cells-and-cancer-immunotherapy-be-presented-2nd-annual-cancer-immunothera

ViaCyte, Inc. (Formerly Known as Novocell, Inc.)'s Role as a Leading...

ViaCyte, Inc. 's Role as a Leading Cell Therapy Company Bolstered With the Issuance of 20 Patents in 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ViaCyte, Inc., a leading regenerative medicine company focused on developing new approaches to treat major diseases through the application of a stem cell-derived cell therapy, announced today that the Company was granted 20 ... (more)

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=286285&full=1

Tuberculosis Hiding in Bone Marrow Helps Deadly Bacteria Survive,...

Tuberculosis is a devastating disease that kills nearly 2 million people worldwide each year.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=286226&full=1

How cancer cells rewire their metabolism to survive

... and childhood diseases. The Institute is especially known for its world-class capabilities in stem cell research and drug discovery technologies. Sanford-Burnham is a U.S.-based, nonprofit public benefit corporation, with operations in San Diego (La ...

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/smri-hcc013013.php

Stem cell board votes to overhaul grants

... Regenerative Medicine, based in San Francisco, was established by state voters eight years ago to fund stem cell research when federal money wasn't available. Last month, a review by an independent Institute of Medicine committee found that the ...

http://www.sfgate.com/health/article/Stem-cell-board-votes-to-overhaul-grants-4237196.php

Cutting Edge Research in Stem Cells and Cancer Immunotherapy to Be...

As modern oncology, largely directed towards developing therapies that achieve tumor reduction, has been thus far unsuccessful in achieving long term management of cancer, much more needs to be done in identifying and appropriately leveraging targets associated with tumor initiation, relapse or metastasis.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130131005120/en/Cutting-Edge-Research-Stem-Cells-Cancer-Immunotherapy

Sirtuin protein discovery opens door to potential 'molecular fountain of youth'

A new study led by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, represents a major advance in the understanding of the molecular mechanisms behind aging while providing new hope for the development of targeted treatments for age-related degenerative diseases.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-sirtuin-protein-discovery-door-potential.html

One of the key circuits in regulating genes involved in producing blood stem cells is deciphered

Researchers from the group on stem cells and cancer at IMIM have deciphered one of the gene regulation circuits which would make it possible to generate hematopoietic blood cells, i.e. blood tissue stem cells.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-key-circuits-genes-involved-blood.html

Novelos Therapeutics Presents Diapeutic Technology Platform At EMIT: ...

"LIGHT, HOT and GLOW2 were designed to exploit a feature shared by most, if not all, cancer cells including cancer stem cells, which results in the selective uptake and prolonged accumulation of our proprietary, small-molecule delivery vehicle in a wide range of malignant tumors compared with normal tissues," said Dr.

http://www.macreportmedia.com/ViewSubmission.aspx?submissionRequest=20765

Cutting Edge Research in Stem Cells and Cancer Immunotherapy to Be...

Ground breaking research on cancer stem cells as targets and normal stem cells in Immunotherapy will be discussed at the 2nd Annual Cancer Immunotherapy Conference in Washington DC on April 4-5, 2013.

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130131005114&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

A Candid Conversation With Athersys CEO Gil Van Bokkelen

As a follow up to my latest article on Athersys , " A Significantly Undervalued Stem Cell Company Approaching Key Catalysts ," here is a candid interview between Blackbird Analytics Founder and Athersys CEO Gil Van Bokkelen.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1146501-a-candid-conversation-with-athersys-ceo-gil-van-bokkelen?source=feed

Free stem cell symposium offered by UCLA

An old saying notes that there is no such thing as a free lunch ; however, the UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center is not only offering a free lunch but also a free seminar.

http://www.examiner.com/article/free-stem-cell-symposium-offered-by-ucla

Tuberculosis May Lurk in Bone Marrow Stem Cells of Infected Patients

Tuberculosis is a devastating disease that kills nearly 2 million people worldwide each year.

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/stem cell issues0/Tuberculosis-May-Lurk-in-Bone-Marrow-Stem-Cells-of-Infected-Patients.shtml

Arunachal Pradesh helps find stem cells where dormant TB bacteria hide

Washington, January 31 : The Idu-Mishmi community of Arunachal Pradesh and RIWATCH have made a great contribution in studying dormant Mycobacterium in TB that has affected nearly 4 billion people in the world and causing 1.9 million deaths yearly.

http://www.newkerala.com/news/newsplus/worldnews-131075.html

Novelos Therapeutics Presents Diapeutic Technology Platform At EMIT:...

Oral Presentation Highlights Cancer-Targeted PET Imaging, Therapeutic and Optical Imaging Compounds that Offer Broad-Spectrum Diagnosis and Treatment of Solid Tumors Oral Presentation Highlights Cancer-Targeted PET Imaging, Therapeutic and Optical Imaging Compounds that Offer Broad-Spectrum Diagnosis and Treatment of Solid Tumors /PRNewswire/ -- ... (more)

http://www.appliedclinicaltrialsonline.com/appliedclinicaltrials/Phase+News/Novelos-Therapeutics-Presents-Diapeutic-Technology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/804235?ref=25

Complete Remission Induced By Dendritic Cell Vaccine For Relapsed Neuroblastoma Patient

Main Category: Cancer / Oncology Also Included In: Immune System / Vaccines ; Neurology / Neuroscience ; Pediatrics / Children's Health Article Date: 31 Jan 2013 - 1:00 PST One year after his last treatment, a six-year-old boy with recurrent neuroblastoma is in complete remission for his high-risk metastatic cancer .

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255596.php

Complete Remission Induced By Dendritic Cell Vaccine For Relapsed Neuroblastoma Patient

One year after his last treatment, a six-year-old boy with recurrent neuroblastoma is in complete remission for his high-risk metastatic cancer.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255596

GeneCell International's Director of Research Informs Public on Adult Stem Cells

These cells are found in adults and there are no moral, ethical or political issues surrounding these cells.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/1/prweb10381532.htm

Arunachal Pradesh tribe helps in TB research breakthrough

Washington: A small Arunachal sub-tribe has helped US scientists made a major breakthrough in tuberculosis research, giving them new insight on how TB remains a global epidemic causing 1.9 million deaths every year.

http://www.financialexpress.com/news/arunachal-pradesh-tribe-helps-in-tb-research-breakthrough/1067279

Arunachal tribe helps crack tuberculosis mystery

A small Arunachal sub-tribe has helped US scientists made a major breakthrough in tuberculosis research, giving them new insight on how TB remains a global epidemic causing 1.9 million deaths every year.

http://www.rediff.com/news/report/arunachal-tribe-helps-crack-tuberculosis-mystery/20130131.htm

Cord blood under the microscope

... Dr Elwood said. At the Murdoch Children's Research Institute, where Dr Elwood is the head of cord blood stem cell research, investigations are under way to determine whether some cord blood samples are more effective than others at developing into ...

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/breaking-news/cord-blood-under-the-microscope/story-e6frea7l-1226566023642

Giants pitcher Barry Zito humbled by Hutch Award

Barry Zito arrived in Seattle cognizant that he had been bestowed a prestigious honor, but not yet aware of the full scope of being a Hutch Award winner.

http://seattletimes.com/html/mariners/2020250943_hutch31.html?syndication=rss

1 Millionth Blood Stem Cell Transplant Marks Major Medical Milestone

International Cooperation Among Physicians, Scientists Credited For Landmark Achievement KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 -- The collaborative work of medical scientists and physicians across the globe has resulted in a major medical milestone: the world's 1 millionth blood stem cell transplant, a procedure that has become a proven and essential therapy for ... (more)

http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v6/newsindex.php?id=925102

Sabutoclax (ONT-701) May BeThe Next Magic Bullet To Combat The Root Of Cancer

I am a full time science journalist who writes about research news in the life-sciences discipline.

http://www.science20.com/quotsciencequotstruck_bookworm/sabutoclax_ont701_may_bethe_next_magic_bullet_combat_root_cancer-102347

How to mend a broken heart

Every few seconds someone, somewhere has a heart attack - many of them fatal. During an attack, the heart remodels itself and dilates around the site of the injury to try to compensate, but these repairs are rarely effective.

http://www.theage.com.au/technology/sci-tech/how-to-mend-a-broken-heart-20130130-2dkxl.html

Why I am not having kids

My husband I just ended our debate about having children. To breed or not to breed, this was the question - and it had been ticking like an egg timer in the back of my head for 15 years.

http://seattletimes.com/html/opinion/2020250712_sharonpianchancolumnkidsxml.html?syndication=rss

Cerebral palsy breakthrough

... cell study shows a new path forward. "This is the first thing that has shown a strong positive result [in stem cell research]," Assoc Prof Novak from the Cerebral Palsy Alliance said. "I haven't seen anything this promising for some time." Melbourne ...

http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health-fitness/cerebral-palsy-breakthrough/story-fneuzlbd-1226565375410?from=public_rss

Tuberculosis may lurk in bone marrow stem cells of infected patients

Although antibiotics exist that can ameliorate the symptoms, the courses of therapy last for months and don't completely eradicate the disease, which frequently recurs years or decades after the initial treatment.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130130143622.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fhealth_medicine%2Fdiseases_and_conditions+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Health+%26+Medicine+News+--+Diseases+and+Conditions%29

Arunachal contributes in detecting stem cells where dormant TB bacteria hide

The Idu-Mishmi community and Arunachal Pradesh appeared on the world map today for its greatest contribution in studying dormant Mycobacterium in TB that has affected nearly 4 billion people in the world and causing 1.9 million deaths yearly.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/fi-aci012813.php

Dendritic-Cell Vaccine Induces Complete Remission in Neuroblastoma Patient

One year after his last treatment, a 6-year-old boy with recurrent neuroblastoma is in complete remission for his high-risk metastatic cancer.

http://www.pharmscope.com/Daily/DailyDetail.cfm?chosen=67028

PostDoc position in the field of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS) in the context of CNS diseases

PostDoc position in the field of induced pluripotent stem cells in the context of CNS diseases : Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany The Biology Department in Neuroscience Discovery is looking for a highly motivated researcher at the post-doctoral level who is interested in in vitro disease modeling of neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders ... (more)

http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/science/jobs/303220-PostDoc-position-in-the-field-of-induced-pluripotent-stem-cells-iPS-in-the-context-of-CNS-diseases

Tuberculosis may remain dormant in bone marrow stem cells of infected patients

In what my colleague labels "a classic case of bench-to-bedside research," Stanford scientists and colleagues have discovered a possible reason for why tuberculosis frequently recurs years, or decades, after treatment: the ability of the disease to infiltrate and settle down in a particular class of stem cell in the bone marrow.

http://scopeblog.stanford.edu/2013/01/30/tuberculosis-may-remain-dormant-in-bone-marrow-stem-cells-of-infected-patients/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+stanford%2Fscope+%28SCOPE%29

Tuberculosis may lurk in bone marrow stem cells of infected patients, researchers say

Tuberculosis is a devastating disease that kills nearly 2 million people worldwide each year.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-tuberculosis-lurk-bone-marrow-stem.html

Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute study: stem cells boost heart's natural repair mechanisms

Injecting specialized cardiac stem cells into a patient's heart rebuilds healthy tissue after a heart attack, but where do the new cells come from and how are they transformed into functional muscle? Researchers at the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute, whose clinical trial results in 2012 demonstrated that stem cell therapy reduces scarring and ... (more)

http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=169464

Dendritic cell vaccine for relapsed neuroblastoma patient induces complete remission

One year after his last treatment, a six-year-old boy with recurrent neuroblastoma is in complete remission for his high-risk metastatic cancer.

http://floridabiotechnews.com/cancer/dendritic-cell-vaccine-for-relapsed-neuroblastoma-patient-induces-complete-remission/11948/?#038;#038;

Warehouse fire near CP Yards

Crews are trying to put out a fire at a warehouse at 250 Sutherland Avenue north of the CP Yards.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/story/2013/01/30/mb-fire-sutherland-cp-yards.html?cmp=rss

Stem cells boost heart's natural repair mechanisms

The findings, from a laboratory animal study, are published in EMBO Molecular Medicine online.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130130101820.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Latest+Science+News%29

Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute study: Stem cells boost heart's natural repair mechanisms

Injecting specialized cardiac stem cells into a patient's heart rebuilds healthy tissue after a heart attack, but where do the new cells come from and how are they transformed into functional muscle? Researchers at the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute, whose clinical trial results in 2012 demonstrated that stem cell therapy reduces scarring and ... (more)

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/cmc-chi012913.php

Lichen Sclerosus (LS) Patients Find Immediate Relief with Dr. Nathan Newman's Stem Cell LiftA

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-- --Nathan Newman, MD, Board Certified Dermatologist, Cosmetic Surgeon and innovator of the Stem Cell LiftA , is on the cutting-edge of the revolutionary advancements in stem cell therapy.

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130130005569&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

Zoo Kanagroo to Undergo Cutting-Edge Medical Procedure

"Emerald", a six-year-old red kangaroo, will be undergoing a cutting-edge new procedure in efforts to restore more function to her hock .

http://www.ksallink.com/?cmd=displaystory&story_id=25635&format=html

Lichen Sclerosus (LS) Patients Find Immediate Relief with Dr. Nathan Newmana s Stem Cell Lift

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-- --Nathan Newman, MD, Board Certified Dermatologist, Cosmetic Surgeon and innovator of the Stem Cell LiftA , is on the cutting-edge of the revolutionary advancements in stem cell therapy.

http://www.businesswire.com/news/topix/20130130005569/en

ALDH1 expression predicts outcome in node-negative rectal cancer

Expression of the cancer stem cell marker aldehyde dehydrogenase 1 is an independent predictor for poor prognosis in node-negative rectal cancer, researchers say.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130130/ALDH1-expression-predicts-outcome-in-node-negative-rectal-cancer.aspx

1 Millionth Blood Stem Cell Transplant Marks Major Medical Milestone

Worldwide Network for Blood and Marrow Transplantation Press release 1 Millionth Blood Stem Cell Transplant Marks Major Medical Milestone International Cooperation Among Physicians, Scientists Credited for Landmark Achievement BERN, Switzerland, 2013-01-30 15:00 CET -- The collaborative work of medical scientists and physicians across the globe has ... (more)

http://www.cisionwire.com/worldwide-network-for-blood-and-marrow-transplantation-g/r/1-millionth-blood-stem-cell-transplant-marks-major-medical-milestone,e352998

Scientific advances make embryonic stem cell research irrelevant

... the leading company in hESC research, announced that it was closing the hESC research. A breakthrough in stem cell research in stem cell research occurred when Dr. Shinya Yamanaka of Tokyo University in 2007 hit upon taking adult cells like skin ...

http://www.mlive.com/opinion/kalamazoo/index.ssf/2013/01/new_isnt_this_the_time_kincaid.html

Lichen Sclerosus (LS) Patients Find Immediate Relief with Dr. Nathan Newman's Stem Cell LiftA

He is providing an array of new, safe and effective treatment options for many conditions, such as Lichen Sclerosus et atrophicus .

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130130005571/en/Lichen-Sclerosus-LS-Patients-Find-Relief-Dr.

Young cancer patient's family calls for stem cell donors

A Winnipeg family is urging people to become stem cell donors, in the hopes that someone can help their 13-year-old daughter overcome leukemia.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/story/2013/01/29/mb-alex-blake-cancer-leukemia-stem-cells-needed.html?cmp=rss

Where stem cells call home

Stem cells seem to have superhero powers that allow them to continuously self-renew and grow and to differentiate into a variety of cell types.

http://www.nature.com/nmeth/journal/v10/n2/full/nmeth.2336.html

Modifying Existing Cells In The Eye May One Day Restore Vision

Main Category: Eye Health / Blindness Also Included In: Genetics ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 30 Jan 2013 - 0:00 PST Doctors may one day treat some forms of blindness by altering the genetic program of the light-sensing cells of the eye, according to scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255525.php

Life Technologies to Help Identify up to 20,000 Human Remains Found in Libya's Mass Graves

Life Technologies Corporation today announced it will provide a complete laboratory solution to identify an estimated 20,000 human remains found in various mass graves in following the uprising of 2011 and to address missing persons cases from the 42-year regime of Muammar Gaddafi.

http://world.einnews.com/pr_news/134622210/life-technologies-to-help-identify-up-to-20-000-human-remains-found-in-libya-s-mass-graves

Heart muscle disease group run by sufferers

Paul Griffin, 65, of Palmyra Road in Gosport, will host the event tomorrow at 7pm from 9pm at the Holiday Inn in Leigh Road, Eastleigh.

http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/health/local-health/heart-muscle-disease-group-run-by-sufferers-1-4733841

Athersys: A Significantly Undervalued Stem Cell Company Approaching Key Catalysts

I suggest investors take a look at an under-followed company called Athersys . After decades of debate on the ethics of stem cell research, the rhetoric has ebbed and focus has shifted from ethics to the promises of clinical development.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1141481-athersys-a-significantly-undervalued-stem-cell-company-approaching-key-catalysts?source=feed

City of Hope, Stanford transplant pioneer Karl Blume dead at 75

Dr. Karl Blume, a pioneer in treating blood diseases who helped create renowned bone-marrow transplant programs at City of Hope and Stanford University School of Medicine, has died.

http://www.pasadenastarnews.com/news/ci_22478189/city-hope-stanford-transplant-pioneer-karl-blume-dead?source=rss

Business news in brief: ReNeuron | GA Engineering | Ford

Life sciences firm ReNeuron said yesterday that clinical trials of its stem cell treatment for stroke patients at Glasgow's Southern General Hospital is running to plan, with no adverse effects reported to date.

http://www.scotsman.com/business/management/business-news-in-brief-reneuron-ga-engineering-ford-1-2765126

A step towards repairing the central nervous system

Despite recent advances in understanding the mechanisms of nerve injury, tissue-engineering solutions for repairing damage in the central nervous system remain elusive, owing to the crucial and complex role played by the neural stem cell niche.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130129080226.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Latest+Science+News%29

First Annual Conference on Governance of Emerging Technologies: Law, Policy and Ethics

Governance of Emerging Technologies: Law, Policy and Ethics Monday-Tuesday, May 20-21, 2013 Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa Chandler, Ariz.

http://www.kurzweilai.net/first-annual-conference-on-governance-of-emerging-technologies-law-policy-and-ethics

A step towards repairing the central nervous system

Despite recent advances in understanding the mechanisms of nerve injury, tissue-engineering solutions for repairing damage in the central nervous system remain elusive, owing to the crucial and complex role played by the neural stem cell niche.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130129080226.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fhealth_medicine%2Fnervous_system+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Health+%26+Medicine+News+--+Nervous+System%29

Study Funded by The ALS Association Finds That Neurons Can Be Reprogrammed to Take on New Identities

The finding will help scientists better understand how to control neuronal development and may one day aid in treating diseases in which neurons die, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis .

http://www.appliedclinicaltrialsonline.com/appliedclinicaltrials/Phase+News/Study-Funded-by-The-ALS-Association-Finds-That-Neu/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/803991?ref=25

Scientists warn of stem-cell dangers

... the Sussers are grateful the treatments didn't harm Adam, now 12. While they are advocates of responsible stem cell research, they warn other parents against making trips to Costa Rica, Mexico, Russia or other offshore clinics for experimental ...

http://www.redbluffdailynews.com/ci_22472217/scientists-warn-stem-cell-dangers

Dendritic cell vaccine for relapsed neuroblastoma patient induces complete remission

One year after his last treatment, a six-year-old boy with recurrent neuroblastoma is in complete remission for his high-risk metastatic cancer.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-dendritic-cell-vaccine-relapsed-neuroblastoma.html

Human Hearts Built From Adult Stem Cells: Opponents of unethical . . .

Opponents of unethical stem cell research have always believed that scientists would be able to develop a robust regenerative medical sector without needing to create and/or destroy nascent human lives.

http://www.nationalreview.com/human-exceptionalism/339102/human-hearts-built-adult-stem-cells

Dendritic cell vaccine for relapsed neuroblastoma patient induces complete remission

One year after his last treatment, a six-year-old boy with recurrent neuroblastoma is in complete remission for his high-risk metastatic cancer.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/skc-dcv012913.php

Amgen Announces Results From Phase 3 PAVES Study Evaluating Neulasta...

FOLFOX and FOLFIRI are two of the most commonly used chemotherapy regimens for colorectal cancer.

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Stem Cell Therapy Companies: Underappreciated Outperformers

Stem-cell therapy is an intervention strategy that introduces new adult stem cells into damaged tissue in order to treat disease or injury.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1139911-stem-cell-therapy-companies-underappreciated-outperformers?source=feed

Researcher advancing motor neuron studies

... University of Wisconsin in Madison. She was drawn to the University of Connecticut because of the state's stem cell research grant program and the university's creation of a Stem Cell Institute. Now there are even more opportunities with the ...

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-advancing-motor-neuron.html

A step toward repairing the central nervous system

Despite recent advances in understanding the mechanisms of nerve injury, tissue-engineering solutions for repairing damage in the central nervous system remain elusive, owing to the crucial and complex role played by the neural stem cell niche.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-central-nervous.html

This Weeks Good News from Israel Jan. 28, 2013

... UK-Israel partner stem cell research. British Israel Research and Academic Exchange Partnership (BIRAX) will grant NIS 25 million over five years for seven joint Israel-UK stem cell research programs. Stem cells have unique reproductive, renewal, ...

http://www.nowpublic.com/world/weeks-good-news-israel-jan-28-2013

BUSM Study Shows Potential Of Differentiated IPS Cells In Cell Therapy Without Immune Rejection

A new study from Boston University School of Medicine shows that tissues derived from induced pluripotent stem cells in an experimental model were not rejected when transplanted back into genetically identical recipients.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255504

BUSM profs. see new growth in cell development

Boston University School of Medicine professors have discovered that tissues taken from specific cells were not rejected when transplanted into genetically identical recipients, according to a BUSM press release Monday.

http://dailyfreepress.com/2013/01/29/busm-profs-see-new-growth-in-cell-development/

New Hope for Type I Diabetes Patients

Patients report success with stem cell treatment for diabetics. Traveling4Health&Retirement announces their choice of a stem cell surgeon sponsor in Buenos Aires, a popular South America destination location for overseas retirement and medical travel.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/1/prweb10365476.htm

transOMIC technologies Releases Tagged ORF Clones for Protein...

As the official archive site for the MGC we are aligned with NIH's mandate to make gene content easily available to researchers.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/transomic_technologies/Clontech/prweb10369466.htm

Researchers unveil first maturation-based 'disease in a dish' model for ARVD/C

Most patients with an inherited heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia/ cardiomyopathy don't know they have a problem until they're in their early 20s.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130129/Researchers-unveil-first-maturation-based-e28098disease-in-a-dishe28099-model-for-ARVDC.aspx

Stem cells from bone marrow or fat improve recovery after stroke in rats

Stem cells from bone marrow or fat improve recovery after stroke in rats, finds a study published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy .

http://www.news-medical.net/post.aspx?id=15883efa-6d17-4465-a205-420b11237d22

Influence of Threonine Metabolism on S-Adenosylmethionine and Histone Methylation

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IPSC Reprogramming: Genomic Hardware-Friendly But Marred By Epigenetic Software Bugs

I have completed my doctorate degree in neuroscience at the University of British Columbia in January 2010, and have since worked as a postdoctoral... n light of ethical concerns with using embryonic stem cells for research and therapeutic development, scientists have since developed technologies to allow one to reprogram somatic cells into ... (more)

http://www.science20.com/quotsciencequotstruck_bookworm/ipsc_reprogramming_genomic_hardwarefriendly_marred_epigenetic_software_bugs-102085

The jelly that can mend your wobbly knees

Doctors are using a type of jelly made from stem cells to treat arthritic knees.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2269735/The-jelly-mend-wobbly-knees.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

California stem cell agency addressing conflict of interest concerns

California's stem cell agency, which oversees $3 billion in research funds, has announced plans to address long-standing conflict of interest concerns involving its governing board.

http://www.insidebayarea.com/breaking-news/ci_22468584/california-stem-cell-agency-addressing-conflict-interest-concerns

California stem cell agency addressing conflict of interest concerns

California's stem cell agency, which oversees $3 billion in research funds, has announced plans to address long-standing conflict of interest concerns involving its governing board.

http://www.contracostatimes.com/breaking-news/ci_22468584/california-stem-cell-agency-addressing-conflict-interest-concerns

Genetic Landscape Of Common Brain Tumors Holds Key To Personalized Treatment

Nearly the entire genetic landscape of the most common form of brain tumor can be explained by abnormalities in just five genes, an international team of researchers led by Yale School of Medicine scientists report online in the Jan.

http://www.bioresearchonline.com/doc.mvc/genetic-landscape-of-common-brain-tumors-holds-key-to-personalized-treatment-0001?atc~c=771+s=773+r=001+l=a

Chemical contaminant linked to obesity in mice

Food chain contaminant tributyltin causes transgenerational obesity in mice, according to researchers in California, suggesting it could raise similar concerns to Bisphenol A . TBT is a non-intentionally-added substance found in PVC plastics.

http://www.foodproductiondaily.com/Packaging/Chemical-contaminant-linked-to-obesity-in-mice?

Csrnewsdaily.com Issues Investment Alert On (OTCQB: CBAI), (OTCQB:...

CBAI) slipped 6.67% to $0.0028 on a traded volume of 1.06 million shares. So far this year, the stock is down over 44%. The 52-week range for the stock is $0.0 and $0.04. CBAI is primarily an umbilical cord blood stem cell preservation company, with a particular focus on the acquisition of customers in need of family based products and services.

http://www.macreportmedia.com/ViewSubmission.aspx?submissionRequest=20696

Chemical contaminant linked to obesity in mice

Food chain contaminant tributyltin causes transgenerational obesity in mice, according to researchers in California, suggesting it could raise similar concerns to Bisphenol A . TBT is a non-intentionally-added substance found in PVC plastics.

http://www.foodqualitynews.com/Public-Concerns/Chemical-contaminant-linked-to-obesity-in-mice?

Zach Puchtel: The 'You Can Have It' Plan

... will provide immaculate health care to all of its residents, not just its senators and rich. Also, stem cell research will have heavy funding, and the North will have organic replacements for every organ and tissue in the human body, not to mention ...

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OTC and PINK Stocks to Track

... that forms the base for its research and development efforts in the area of embryonic and adult stem cell research. Is ACTC Ready To Move Back To New Highs This Year? Find Out Here Disclaimer Information, opinions and analysis contained herein are ...

http://www.sbwire.com//press-releases/sbwire-200685.htm

AMEX Stocks Alert

Following are the notable volume leaders as reported by http://beststocksdaily.com/ The Goldfield Corporation added 0.63% and is trading at $3.17. The Goldfield Corporation is engaged in electrical construction, including and real estate development.

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/amex-stocks-alert-gv-nbs-cvm-pip-tcx-200667.htm

Stem cells aid recovery from stroke, study suggests

... improve recovery after stroke in rats, finds a study published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy . Treatment with stem cells improved the amount of brain and nerve repair and the ability of the animals to complete ...

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AMEX Stocks Mixed Today

... and patent applications that form base for its research and development efforts in the area of neural stem cell research. Can CUR Continues To Move Higher Back? Find Out Here Rubicon Minerals Corp. ...

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/amex-stocks-mixed-today-cur-rby-ta-nby-tat-200651.htm

Kidney Transplantation - Pipeline Review, H2 2012 - New Market Report Now Available

Global Markets Direct's, 'Kidney Transplantation - Pipeline Review, H2 2012', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline.

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/kidney-transplantation-pipeline-review-h2-2012-new-market-report-now-available-199622.htm

Scripps Clinic, TSRI team up against Parkinson's

Scripps Clinic and The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have begun the research phase of a proposed clinical trial using a unique type of stem cell to halt or reverse the effects of Parkinson's disease.

http://www.sddt.com/News/article.cfm?SourceCode=20130128tqc&_t=Scripps+Clinic+TSRI+team+up+against+Parkinsons

Singapore Scientists Led by A*STAR's Genome Institute of Singapore...

Singapore Scientists Led by A*STAR 's Genome Institute of Singapore Identify Four Distinct Mechanisms That Contribute to Gastric Cancers 28th January 2013 -- Scientists at the Genome Institute of Singapore headed a study which culminated in the discovery of four processes by which gastric cancer is formed.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285869&full=1

Amgen Announces Results From Phase 3 PAVES Study Evaluating...

FOLFOX and FOLFIRI are two of the most commonly used chemotherapy regimens for colorectal cancer.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285853&full=1

Juventas Therapeutics, Inc. Hires Biotechnology Veteran as Vice President of Business Development

Dr. Resnick brings more than 25 years of healthcare and business development experience to the role.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285863&full=1

Baby Ellen loses fight for life

The parents of baby Ellen Barron McGee have been left saddened after their little angel passed away following months of battling against mitochondrial disorder.

http://www.dundalkdemocrat.ie/news/local/baby-ellen-loses-fight-for-life-1-4729013

Potential of differentiated iPS cells in cell therapy without immune rejection

Lack of Immune Response to Differentiated Cells Derived from Syngeneic Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells , a new study from Boston University School of Medicine researchers, shows that tissues derived from induced pluripotent stem cells in an experimental model were not rejected when transplanted back into genetically identical recipients.

http://floridabiotechnews.com/biotechnology/potential-of-differentiated-ips-cells-in-cell-therapy-without-immune-rejection/11937/?#038;#038;

Profit Growth On The Horizon For Investors Of 3 Companies Advancing Regenerative Medicine

... growing rapidly, are still in their infantile stages due to years of government regulations barring stem cell research. However in March of 2009, with the Obama administration's executive ord ld of regenerative medicine has plowed forward with ...

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1137491-profit-growth-on-the-horizon-for-investors-of-3-companies-advancing-regenerative-medicine?source=feed

Stem cell 'first aid' may aid recovery after stroke

... says the method has potential in human trials, the BBC reported. The research, published in the journal Stem Cell Research and Therapy, support other studies that have found that stem cells could aid stroke patients by boosting the body's ability to ...

http://www.newkerala.com/news/newsplus/worldnews-129327.html

Patients' Own Skin Cells are Transformed Into Heart Cells to Create...

Patients' Own Skin Cells are Transformed Into Heart Cells to Create "Disease in a Dish," Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute and Johns Hopkins University Study Most patients with an inherited heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia/cardiomyopathy don't know they have a problem until they're in their early 20s.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285782&full=1

Small-Pharma Watch List: Week Of January 28th

The week ahead looks to be a potentially exciting one for the small pharmaceutical companies.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1137181-small-pharma-watch-list-week-of-january-28th?source=feed

Cell scientists aim to rebuild hearts with reprogrammed tissue

Embryonic cells under the microscope. Scientists on both sides of the Atlantic are working on ways of adapting cells to help repair damage from heart attack.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2013/jan/28/stem-cell-scientists-rebuild-hearts

Singapore scientists led by A*STAR's GIS identify 4 mechanisms that contribute to gastric cancers

Scientists at A*STAR's Genome Institute of Singapore headed a study that discovered four processes by which gastric cancer is formed.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/afst-ssl012713.php

Patients' skin cells transformed into heart cells to create 'disease in a dish'

Researchers have used skin cells from patients with an inherited heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia/cardiomyopathy to recreate the adult-onset disease in a laboratory dish -- producing the first maturation-based disease model for testing new therapies.

http://www.newkerala.com/news/newsplus/worldnews-129280.html

UConn Health Center Researcher Advancing Motor Neuron Studies

... Health Center Photo) Supported by the commitment of the University of Connecticut and the state to stem cell research, a UConn Health Center researcher is advancing the understanding of the devastating inherited condition known as spinal muscular ...

http://today.uconn.edu/blog/2013/01/uconn-health-center-researcher-advancing-motor-neuron-studies/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+uconn-today+%28UConn+Today%29

Skin cells transformed into heart cells for research into cardiomyopathy

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute in California have created a laboratory-grown cell model of an inherited heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia/ cardiomyopathy .

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130128/Skin-cells-transformed-into-heart-cells-for-research-into-cardiomyopathy.aspx

How to squeeze large molecules into cells

As cells squeeze through a narrow channel, tiny holes open in their membranes, allowing large molecules such as RNA to pass through Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell.

http://www.kurzweilai.net/how-to-squeeze-large-molecules-into-cells

Skin Cells Turned Into Heart Muscle Cells

For the first time ever, researchers have been able to develop a maturation-based "disease-in-a-dish" model for an inherited heart ailment - a discovery that will help researchers study and test new therapies for the condition.

http://www.redorbit.com/news/health/1112771599/disease-in-a-dish-skin-cells-made-into-heart-muscle-cells-012813/

Apollo Hospitals Perform Revolutionary Minimally Invasive Knee ReplacementResurfacement) Surgery

... health insurance services and clinical research divisions with a focus on epidemiological studies, stem cell research and genetic research. To develop talent for the burgeoning need of superior healthcare delivery, Apollo Hospitals Group has 11 ...

http://world.einnews.com/pr_news/134273845/apollo-hospitals-perform-revolutionary-minimally-invasive-knee-replacementresurfacement-surgery

Stem Cell Therapy Helps Stroke Victims Recover in Two Weeks

... within two weeks, a study showed. The research, published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy, found that stem cells from the bone marrow of fat can improve the recovery of rats following a stroke. Researchers at La ...

http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/428504/20130128/stroke-rats-stem-cell-therapy-fat-bone.htm

Patients seek stem-cell 'miracle,' but scientists warn of dangers

... Sussers are grateful the treatments didn't harm Adam, now 12. While they are advocates of "responsible" stem cell research, they warn other parents against making trips to Costa Rica, Mexico, Russia or other offshore clinics for experimental ...

http://www.wisinfo.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2013301280118

Skin Cells From Patients With Inherited Heart Condition Recreate The Adult-Onset Disease

Most patients with an inherited heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia/cardiomyopathy don't know they have a problem until they're in their early 20s.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255494

Stroke Recovery Aided By Stem Cells

Stem cells from bone marrow or fat improve recovery after stroke in rats, finds a study published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255492

The Key To Personalized Treatment For Common Brain Tumors Lies In Their Genetic Landscape

Nearly the entire genetic landscape of the most common form of brain tumor can be explained by abnormalities in just five genes, an international team of researchers led by Yale School of Medicine scientists report online in the journal Science .

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255413

Stem cell 'first aid' for rat stroke

... drugs in the "golden hour" after a stroke has taken place. The research, published in the journal Stem Cell Research and Therapy , adds to others which have found that stem cells could aid stroke patients by boosting the body's ability to repair ...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21203313#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa

Stem cells aid recovery from stroke

Stem cells from bone marrow or fat improve recovery after stroke in rats, finds a study published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy .

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-stem-cells-aid-recovery.html

Stem cells aid recovery from stroke

Stem cells from bone marrow or fat improve recovery after stroke in rats, finds a study published in BioMed Central's open access journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy .

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/bc-sca012513.php

Frank Bodani: Derek O'Melko 'delivers a different kind of strength'

... else. He gives orders of how to distribute his belongings when he dies. Or about making donations to fund stem cell research. Or about praying more for friends going through tough times. That is when doctors explained to his parents that despite how ...

http://www.ydr.com/sports/ci_22461982/frank-bodani-derek-omelko-delivers-different-kind-strength

Patients' own skin cells are transformed into heart cells to create 'disease in a dish'

The lack of symptoms at younger ages makes it very difficult for researchers to study how ARVD/C evolves or to develop treatments.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130127134201.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fhealth_medicine%2Fdiseases_and_conditions+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Health+%26+Medicine+News+--+Diseases+and+Conditions%29

Patients' skin cells transformed into heart cells to create 'disease in a dish'

In this study, researchers used an ARVD/C patient's skin cells to make induced pluripotent stem cells.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-patients-skin-cells-heart-disease.html

Patients' Own Skin Cells Are Transformed Into Heart Cells to Create "Disease in a Dish"

Most patients with an inherited heart condition known as arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia/cardiomyopathy don't know they have a problem until they're in their early 20s.

http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2013/01/27/518727/10019468/en/Patients-Own-Skin-Cells-Are-Transformed-Into-Heart-Cells-to-Create-Disease-in-a-Dish.html

Edmond Veterinarian Tackles Pet Obesity for the New Year

EDMOND, Okla., Jan. 27, 2013 -- An Edmond veterinarian is spreading the word about the dangers of excess weight in pets and the need to control the issue through wellness care.

http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2013/01/27/518718/10019320/en/Edmond-Veterinarian-Tackles-Pet-Obesity-for-the-New-Year.html

Major Changes Accepted at California Stem Cell Program

As a long-term patient advocate, I have attended probably more public meetings of the California stem cell program than anybody, staff included; and I have never ceased to be amazed at the dedication of all concerned.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/01/27/1182464/-Major-Changes-Accepted-at-California-Stem-Cell-Program

Head for the Hill to explore latest research, treatments

As clinical operations director at Van Andel Research Institute on Grand Rapids' Medical Mile, John Bender gets these questions a lot.

http://www.mlive.com/health/index.ssf/2013/01/head_for_the_hill_to_explore_l.html

Court won't stop embryonic stem cell research

The Supreme Court won't stop the government's funding of embryonic stem cell research, despite some researchers' complaints that the work relies on destroyed human embryos.

http://www.philly.com/philly/health/20130107_ap_courtwontstopembryonicstemcellresearch.html

Okla. lawmakers continue anti-abortion push

... experimenting with human zygotes," said Reynolds, who said he has another bill that would ban embryonic stem cell research in Oklahoma. New House Speaker T.W. Shannon, R-Lawton, touted the "pro-life" credentials of the 72-member strong House ...

http://www.krmg.com/ap/ap/oklahoma/okla-lawmakers-continue-anti-abortion-push/nT66z/

Multiple Myeloma Patients May Benefit From New Research

A study led by Robert G. Hawley, Ph.D., professor and chair of the department of anatomy and regenerative biology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences , may help predict which patients with multiple myeloma will respond better to certain treatments.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255369

Potential of Differentiated iPS Cells in Cell Therapy Without Immune Rejection

The study, published online in Cell Stem Cell , demonstrates the potential of utilizing iPS cells to develop cell types that could offer treatment for a wide range of conditions, including diabetes, liver and lung diseases, without the barrier of immune rejection.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130125154813.htm

Experts urge caution when seeking stem cell treatments

... Sussers are grateful the treatments didn't harm Adam, now 12. While they are advocates of "responsible" stem cell research, they warn other parents against making trips to Costa Rica, Mexico, Russia or other offshore clinics for experimental ...

http://www.montereyherald.com/health/ci_22458722/experts-urge-caution-when-seeking-stem-cell-treatments

Story from NorthCountryNow.com

... Journal of Stem Cells, the Journal of Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering, and the Journal of Stem Cell Research & Therapy. Lufkin has received numerous grants from the National Institute of Health, the National Science Foundation, and the ...

http://northcountrynow.com/news/new-clarkson-biologist-looking-cure-your-aching-back-077225

New Worlds: Technion to commercialize stem cells

A new company for commercialization of stem cell technologies has developed for over a decade at the stem cell research.

http://www.jpost.com/Health/Article.aspx?id=301050

Spare parts: Healthy bone and cartilage

Dr. Shai Meretzki is the first in the world to create a technology for turning fat cells into living material for repairing tissue loss.

http://www.jpost.com/Health/Article.aspx?id=301049

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Position in Diabetes and Regenerative Biology. A full time postdoctoral position is available immediately for a highly motivated PhD or equivalent to study molecular mechanisms of pancreatic islets functional maturation using mouse models with subsequent application in embryonic stem cell differentiation.

http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/science/jobs/295415-Postdoctoral-Research-Associate

Potential of differentiated iPS cells in cell therapy without immune rejection

The study, published online in Cell Stem Cell , demonstrates the potential of utilizing iPS cells to develop cell types that could offer treatment for a wide range of conditions, including diabetes, liver and lung diseases, without the barrier of immune rejection.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130125154813.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fmost_popular+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Most+Popular+News%29

Shriners to funds Juvenile Arthritis Research

... Regenerative Medicine, a joint initiative of Shriners and UC Davis, conducts basic and translational stem cell research to help children with spinal cord dysfunction, orthopaedic disorders and burns. The Institute for Pediatric Regenerative ...

http://www.sacramentotoday.net/news/templates/community.asp?articleid=2862&zoneid=1

Amgen Announces Results From Phase 3 PAVES Study Evaluating...

Amgen announced today results from Pegfilgrastim and Anti-VEGF Evaluation Study , a Phase 3 trial which evaluated Neulasta in 845 patients receiving FOLFOX or FOLFIRI and bevacizumab for the first-line treatment of locally-advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer.

http://www.freshnews.com/news/752252/amgen-announces-results-from-phase-3-paves-study-evaluating-neulasta-pegfilgrastim-in-p

Amgen Announces Results From Phase 3 PAVES Study Evaluating Neulasta? ...

Study Shows Neulasta Reduced the Incidence of Febrile Neutropenia in Patients With Colorectal Cancer Receiving FOLFOX or FOLFIRI and Bevacizumab /PRNewswire/ -- Amgen announced today results from Pegfilgrastim and Anti-VEGF Evaluation Study , a Phase 3 trial which evaluated Neulasta in 845 patients receiving FOLFOX or FOLFIRI and bevacizumab for ... (more)

http://www.appliedclinicaltrialsonline.com/appliedclinicaltrials/Phase+News/Amgen-Announces-Results-From-Phase-3-PAVES-Study-E/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/803793?ref=25

Allogeneic stem cell transplantation for myelodysplastic syndromes with bone marrow fibrosis

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Periodontal health influences stem cell transplant success

Periodontal infection can increase the risk for developing bacteremia during the neutropenic phase of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation , research suggests.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130125/Periodontal-health-influences-stem-cell-transplant-success.aspx

Groundbreaking Organ-Growing Technology Could Help Crash Victims

A 56-year-old British businessman who lost his nose to cancer is growing a new one in his arm, which will eventually be removed and sewn into place by experts at the University College in London.

http://www.personalinjuryattorneysblogs.com/car-accident/groundbreaking-organ-growing-technology-could-help-crash-victims-3199.html

Study: Scientists Find a Way to Trigger Fat-Burning Fat

It might turn out to be the ultimate irony in our constant battle with the bulge that the best weapon against fat could be fat.

http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1987987,00.html?xid=rss-mostpopularemail&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+time%2Fmostemailed+%28TIME%3A+Most+Emailed+Story+of+the+Day%29

CHI Releases List of Delegates for Targeting Cancer Stem Cells Symposium in San Francisco, CA

To be held on February 11-12, 2013 at the Moscone North Convention Center, San Francisco, CA - Part of the Molecular Med TRI-CON 2013.

http://www.pr.com/press-release/468696

Genetic landscape of common brain tumors holds key to personalized treatment

Nearly the entire genetic landscape of the most common form of brain tumor can be explained by abnormalities in just five genes, an international team of researchers led by Yale School of Medicine scientists report online in the Jan.

http://www.ecnmag.com/news/2013/01/genetic-landscape-common-brain-tumors-holds-key-personalized-treatment

Celebrating 40 Years of Advancing Knowledge About Developmental Disabilities

From her perch as director of the Waisman Center, and with an insider's knowledge of its work to advance our understanding of developmental disability and the people it affects, Marsha Mailick sees a hopeful microcosm of the best attributes of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Although its roots are deeper, going back to its earliest iteration ... (more)

http://media-newswire.com/release_1181680.html

Waste turns to potential gold in new national cord blood bank

Vancouver mothers will soon be invited to donate life-saving blood from umbilical cords and placenta as part of a new public cord blood bank, expected to open in 2014.

http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Waste+turns+potential+gold+national+cord+blood+bank/7875103/story.html

2009 Electric Tesla Roadster - The Electric Tesla Acid Test

The assignment was simple, or so it seemed. I'd spend a week driving the Tesla Roadster, using it as I would any other car, to see if it was compatible with the lifestyle of someone who has gasoline running through his veins and whose entire identity hangs on the cars he drives.

http://www.automobilemag.com/green/reviews/0911_2009_tesla_roadster_electric_car/

Collagen/beta1 integrin interaction is required for embryoid body...

The interactions between stem cells and extracellular matrix mediated by integrins play important roles in the processes that determine stem cell fate.

http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2121/14/5/abstract

Obama hypocritical

... to foreign population control groups that practice or promote pre-born-child killing, funded embryonic-stem cell research which kills the unborn embryo and is forcing employers and all taxpayers to pay for birth control drugs that kill pre-born ...

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/01/25/3200992/obama-hypocritical.html

Regulatory Compliance Manager

... relating to the Allen Institute's research, including those governing human subjects, animal subjects and stem cell research. Acts as the primary day-to-day administrator for the Committee, supporting the Committee Chairs as needed. Develops and ...

http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/science/jobs/297553-Regulatory-Compliance-Manager

Body Art Meets Science

... Bay Area's most brilliant scientists to talk about pioneering research in human health-from cutting-edge stem cell research to the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS. Looking for extra credit? Chat up one of the on-hand scientists donning white lab ...

http://www.7x7.com/arts-culture/body-art-meets-science

Stem Cells: Growth and Development...in Policy

Many scientists and patient advocates cheered earlier this summer when the National Institutes of Health released new guidelines for human embryonic stem cell research.

http://www.aibs.org/washington-watch/washington_watch_2009_10.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+WashingtonWatch+%28BioScience%3A+Washington+Watch%29

Stephen Brozak: Changing The Way Money Is Made And Diseases Are Cured

Stephen Brozak doesn't mess around. He focuses on technologies poised to change the way medicine has been practiced for thousands of years.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1134421-stephen-brozak-changing-the-way-money-is-made-and-diseases-are-cured?source=feed

OTC and PINK Stocks in Focus

... that forms the base for its research and development efforts in the area of embryonic and adult stem cell research. Can ACTC Rebound After The Recent Slump and Investors Can Make Money? Find Out Here Disclaimer Information, opinions and analysis ...

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/sbwire-200044.htm

BUSM study shows potential of differentiated iPS cells in cell therapy without immune rejection

A new study from Boston University School of Medicine shows that tissues derived from induced pluripotent stem cells in an experimental model were not rejected when transplanted back into genetically identical recipients.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/bumc-bss012513.php

Patrick to Unveil $400 Million Biomed Facility at UMass Med School

Governor Deval Patrick will travel to Worcester next week to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, January 30, for the Albert Sherman Center at UMass Medical School.

http://www.golocalworcester.com/news/new-patrick-to-unveil-400-million-biomed-facility-at-umass-med-school/

Long non-coding RNA molecules necessary to regulate differentiation...

When the human genome was sequenced, biologists were surprised to find that very little of the genome-less than 3 percent-corresponds to protein-coding genes.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-non-coding-rna-molecules-differentiation-embryonic.html

Hamiota woman aims to inspire others to donate blood

When Wendy Bell was diagnosed with a rare bone marrow disease in 1997, she was told she only had six months to live.Without the help of blood donors and a stem cell donor match, Bell was given little to no hope from doctors that she would survive a rare condition known as acute myelofibrosis.

http://www.brandonsun.com/local/hamiota-woman-aims-to-inspire-others-to-donate-blood-188340371.html

BUYINS.NET: NNAN, BMSN, KEYP, Added To Naked Short Lists Today

BUYINS.NET, www.buyins.net , announced today that these select companies have been Added To the NASDAQ, AMEX, NYSE, OTCBB and Pinksheet naked short threshold lists.

http://technews.tmcnet.com/news/2013/01/25/6878362.htm

Geron Corporation's Recent Catalysts

Geron Corporation is a biopharmaceutical company developing therapies for cancer.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1133431-geron-corporation-s-recent-catalysts?source=feed

Health roundup: Autism, migraines, stem cells, ovaries and antibiotics

Removal of a woman's ovaries leads to an increased risk of mental decline in older age, new research suggests.

http://www.estatevaults.com/bol/archives/2013/01/25/health_roundup_18.html

Patients seek stem-cell 'miracle,' but scientists warn of dangers

... Sussers are grateful the treatments didn't harm Adam, now 12. While they are advocates of "responsible" stem cell research, they warn other parents against making trips to Costa Rica, Mexico, Russia or other offshore clinics for experimental ...

http://www.macon.com/2013/01/25/2329869/patients-seek-stem-cell-miracle.html#storylink=rss

Researchers study innovative stem cell drug for treating localized cartilage damage

Rush University Medical Center is conducting the nation's first clinical study of an innovative stem cell drug, Cartistem, to repair knee cartilage damaged by aging, trauma or degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis .

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130125/Researchers-study-innovative-stem-cell-drug-for-treating-localized-cartilage-damage.aspx

Just Released: "Stem Cell Therapy Market In Asia-Pacific To 2018 -...

GBI Research, the leading business intelligence provider, has released its latest research "Stem Cell Therapy Market in Asia-Pacific to 2018 - Commercialization Supported by Favorable Government Policies, Strong Pipeline and Increased Licensing Activity". The report provides an in-depth analysis on stem cell research and development in India, ... (more)

http://www.wirenews.co/asia/pharmaceuticals/7907/just-released-stem-cell-therapy-market-in-asia-pacific-to-2018-commercialization-supported-by-favorable-government-policies-strong-pipeline-and-increased-licensing-activity

Cardiac Development Needs More Than Protein-Coding Genes

Biologists find that long non-coding RNA molecules are necessary to regulate differentiation of embryonic stem cells into cardiac cells.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255396.php

Stem Cell Therapies May Improve Following Finding That Retrovirus In...

Main Category: Stem Cell Research Also Included In: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses ; Genetics Article Date: 25 Jan 2013 - 1:00 PST A retrovirus called HERV-H, which inserted itself into the human genome millions of years ago, may play an important role in pluripotent stem cells , according to a new study published in the journal ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255368.php

New Technology For Delivering RNA, Proteins And Nanoparticles By Putting The Squeeze On Cells

Main Category: Stem Cell Research Also Included In: Biology / Biochemistry ; Medical Devices / Diagnostics Article Date: 25 Jan 2013 - 1:00 PST Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/255345.php

Stem Cell Therapies May Improve Following Finding That Retrovirus In...

A retrovirus called HERV-H, which inserted itself into the human genome millions of years ago, may play an important role in pluripotent stem cells, according to a new study published in the journal Retrovirology by scientists at UMass Medical School.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255368

New Technology For Delivering RNA, Proteins And Nanoparticles By Putting The Squeeze On Cells

Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255345

Umbilical Cord Stem Cells vs. Embryonic Stem Cells

Umbilical Cord Stem Cells vs. Embryonic Stem Cells Another reader question: "Dear Anne, Some of my associates are clearly opposed to embryonic stem cell research and are promoting umbilical stem cells as an alternative.

http://www.newdrugs.com/stemcells/2005/12/umbilical-cord-stem-cells-vs-embryonic.html

Election Day Tidings

Oh what a beautiful morning: A good day for stem cell research supporters in several key elections: First, the ballot initiative in Missouri: St.

http://www.newdrugs.com/stemcells/2006/11/election-day-tidings.html

Retrovirus in the human genome is active in pluripotent stem cells

A retrovirus called HERV-H, which inserted itself into the human genome millions of years ago, may play an important role in pluripotent stem cells, according to a new study published in the journal Retrovirology by scientists at UMass Medical School.

http://www.innovations-report.com/html/reports/life_sciences/retrovirus_human_genome_active_pluripotent_stem_208520.html

Sound-Sensing Ear Cells Are Regenerated in Deaf Mice

There are currently no treatments available to regenerate the sound-sensing cells of the inner ear, which can be permanently damaged by noise exposure.

http://www.technologyreview.com/news/509711/sound-sensing-ear-cells-are-regenerated-in-deaf-mice/

Tet Proteins Connect the O-Linked N-acetylglucosamine Transferase Ogt ...

Ogt is present both in the cytoplasm and the nucleus of different cell types and catalyzes serine and threonine glycosylation.

http://www.citeulike.org/user/jonathanmg/article/11936196

Genetic landscape of common brain tumors holds key to personalized treatment

24 edition of the journal Science. Knowledge of the genomic profile of the tumors and their location in the brain make it possible for the first time to develop personalized medical therapies for meningiomas, which currently are only managed surgically.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130124150804.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fhealth_medicine%2Fpharmacology+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Health+%26+Medicine+News+--+Pharmacology%29

Nancy Reagan Fast Facts

... 2004 - Attends a Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation event and gives a speech advocating for embryonic stem cell research.

http://www.cnn.com/2013/01/24/us/nancy-reagan-fast-facts/index.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rss%2Fcnn_latest+%28RSS%3A+Most+Recent%29

Genetic biomarker to predict and monitor transplant rejection

Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation has recently become an important mainstay in oncology particularly for the treatment of lymphoproliferative disorders and leukemia.

http://www.innovations-report.com/html/reports/technology_offerings/genetic_biomarker_predict_monitor_transplant_208549.html

Cat Davis receives stem cell transplant

It's an incredible day of victory for a Spokane woman, who thought she may not live to see it.

http://www.kxly.com/news/spokane-news/Cat-Davis-receives-stem-cell-transplant/-/101214/18260258/-/format/rss_2.0/-/11xrnhxz/-/index.html

Stem cell therapy to repair damaged knee cartilage

Cartistem is manufactured from mesenchymal stem cells derived from allogeneic umbilical cord blood.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130124163246.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fmost_popular+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Most+Popular+News%29

Free stem cell symposium offered by UCLA

An old saying notes that there is no such thing as a free lunch; however, the UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center is not only offering a free lunch but also a free seminar.

https://www.examiner.com/article/free-stem-cell-symposium-offered-by-ucla?cid=rss

Genetic landscape of common brain tumors holds key to personalized treatment

24 edition of the journal Science. Knowledge of the genomic profile of the tumors and their location in the brain make it possible for the first time to develop personalized medical therapies for meningiomas, which currently are only managed surgically.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130124150804.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Ftop_news%2Ftop_health+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Top+News+--+Top+Health%29

Pets can have golden years, too

Going from pup to grandpup doesn't leave much prime time under American Veterinary Medical Association labels that cats and small dogs are geriatric at age 7 – and large dogs at 6. But not everyone agrees, and rescuers say those definitions can be a death sentence to older animals in need of homes.

http://www.sacbee.com/2012/04/03/4385474/pets-can-have-golden-years-too.html#mi_rss=Pets

Stem Cell Therapy to Repair Damaged Knee Cartilage

Cartistem is manufactured from mesenchymal stem cells derived from allogeneic umbilical cord blood.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130124163246.htm

U of I Study Tries Stem-Cell Approach On Muscular Dystrophy

A University of Illinois researcher is experimenting with stem cells as a potential treatment for a common form of muscular dystrophy affecting boys.

http://will.illinois.edu/news/spotstory/u-of-i-study-tries-stem-cell-approach-on-muscular-dystrophy/

It Takes More Than Protein-Coding DNA To Make A Heart

Main Category: Genetics Also Included In: Biology / Biochemistry ; Cardiovascular / Cardiology ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 24 Jan 2013 - 13:00 PST Remember when we thought most of the human genome was "junk" DNA? Because when scientists first sequenced it, they found less than 3% of the DNA was for coding proteins, the building blocks of ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/255387.php

Geoffrey R. Stone: What Is a Liberal?

... school prayer and the teaching of creationism in public schools and who support government funding for stem cell research, the rights of gay and lesbian people, and the freedom of choice for women. 8. Liberals believe courts have a special ...

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/geoffrey-r-stone/what-is-a-liberal_b_2545206.html

Stem Cell Therapy to Repair Damaged Knee Cartilage

Cartistem is manufactured from mesenchymal stem cells derived from allogeneic umbilical cord blood.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130124163246.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Latest+Science+News%29

Braveheart, a Long Noncoding RNA Required for Cardiovascular Lineage Commitment

Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Partners Research Building, 65 Landsdowne Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA Present address: Computational Biology Program, Public Health Sciences Division, and Basic Sciences Division, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, ... (more)

http://www.cell.com/abstract/S0092-8674(13)00004-4

Putting the Squeeze on Cells

Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell.

http://www.biosciencetechnology.com/news/2013/01/putting-squeeze-cells

Meet the judges: FIU Track

He started his career as a software developer in 1979 and has worked nationally and internationally in engineering, sales, marketing, services and general management in industries ranging from high tech to real estate.

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/01/24/3198949/meet-the-judges-fiu-track.html

Rush Researchers Studying Stem Cell Therapy to Repair Damaged Knee Cartilage

Rush University Medical Center is conducting the nation's first clinical study of an innovative stem cell drug, Cartistem, to repair knee cartilage damaged by aging, trauma or degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis.

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/598428/?sc=rsla&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseLatestNews+%28Newswise%3A+Latest+News%29

Genetic landscape of common brain tumors holds key to personalized treatment

Nearly the entire genetic landscape of the most common form of brain tumor can be explained by abnormalities in just five genes, an international team of researchers led by Yale School of Medicine scientists report online in the Jan.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-genetic-landscape-common-brain-tumors.html

Ageless Derma Introduces New PhytoCellTecTM Technology In Their Latest Anti Wrinkle Cream

Scientists cite a study reported in the 2012 issue of The International Journal of Pharmacy that found the stem cells of the Uttwiler Spatlauber promoted skin longevity and cell regeneration, thereby delaying the outward signs of aging.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/1/prweb10345950.htm

Genetic landscape of common brain tumors holds key to personalized treatment

Nearly the entire genetic landscape of the most common form of brain tumor can be explained by abnormalities in just five genes, an international team of researchers led by Yale School of Medicine scientists report online in the Jan.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/yu-glo012213.php

101 Year-Old Famed Doctor Behind First Test Tube Baby in U.S. and...

... to life in "Personhood Revisited," a behind-the-scenes and personal look into the minds behind modern-day stem cell research. An informative yet conversational lesson, "Personhood Revisited" is not just for scientists, policy makers and students - ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/1/prweb10358446.htm

New Research May Aid Treatment of Multiple Myeloma Patients

A study led by Robert G. Hawley, Ph.D., professor and chair of the department of anatomy and regenerative biology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences , may help predict which patients with multiple myeloma will respond better to certain treatments.

http://www.innovations-report.com/html/reports/medicine_health/research_aid_treatment_multiple_myeloma_patients_208519.html

MD Stem Cells Release: Optic Nerve Vision Loss Reversed With New Stem Cell Treatment

January 24, 2013 -- MD Stem Cells helps nearly blind car accident victim regain her sight in Florida and see her mother's face again- other neurologic benefits reported as well.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285669&full=1

Stephen Brozak: Changing the Way Money Is Made and Diseases Are Cured

January 24, 2013 Stephen Brozak doesn't mess around. He focuses on technologies poised to change the way medicine has been practiced for thousands of years.

http://www.investorideas.com/news/2013/biotech/01241.asp

Stem cells: Surf the waves of reprogramming

To insert individual citation into a bibliography in a word-processor, select your preferred citation style below and drag-and-drop it into the document.

http://www.citeulike.org/user/nailest/article/11897946

Canada launches first gene therapy trial for Fabry disease

Researchers in Calgary have launched the first gene therapy clinical trial in the world for Fabry disease, a rare inherited enzyme deficiency that can shorten the lifespan of people who have it by as much as 40 years.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-01-canada-gene-therapy-trial-fabry.html

New Stem Cell Fund At BGU

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev established a stem cell research fund last month, a fund that will support scholarly collaboration between selected medical and pharmacological researchers, stem biologists and tissue engineers.

http://www.jewishtimes.com/index.php/jewishtimes/news/jt/local_news/new_stem_cell_fund_at_bgu/34231

What will we be eating in 30 years?

THIRTY years ago, the idea of us happily nibbling away at a piece of sushi or drizzling food in olive oil might have seemed a little unbelievable.

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/woman/health/health/4760574/What-will-we-be-eating-in-30-years.html

Morning Reads for Thursday, January 24

I snapped the photo to the right in the CLOB last week. Kindness is symbolically being scrapped.

http://www.peachpundit.com/2013/01/24/morning-reads-for-thursday-january-24/

Stem to kidney

Kidneys have a complex structure that is not easily repaired, but the latest findings put scientists on the road to fixing a diseased or distressed organ, they said.

http://www.arabtimesonline.com/RSS/tabid/69/smid/414/ArticleID/192362/t/Stem-to-kidney/Default.aspx

Embryonic Stem Cells Help To Identify Origins Of Schizophrenia

New University at Buffalo research demonstrates how defects in an important neurological pathway in early development may be responsible for the onset of schizophrenia later in life.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=255273

A Stairway For Helping

"Elevators Are For Wimps." The above sentence is not some snark T-shirt slogan. Instead it's an announcement for a type of race that involves climbing the stairs of very tall buildings.

http://www.sanfernandosun.com/sanfernsun/news/8947-a-stairway-for-helping-

Putting the Squeeze on Cells: By Deforming Cells, Researchers Can...

This barrier is necessary for cells to control their internal environment, but it makes it more difficult for scientists to deliver large molecules such as nanoparticles for imaging, or proteins that can reprogram them into pluripotent stem cells.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130123133717.htm

IRW-Press: Pazoo, Inc. Set To Release First Max Line Product: Max...

Pazoo, Inc. ) is pleased to announce that the first of the Max Line of products is set to be released.

http://www.wirenews.co/usa/food-drink/7740/irw-press-pazoo-inc-set-to-release-first-max-line-product-max-plus-multivitamin-powered-by-vita-cell

Putting the squeeze on cells: By deforming cells, researchers can...

This barrier is necessary for cells to control their internal environment, but it makes it more difficult for scientists to deliver large molecules such as nanoparticles for imaging, or proteins that can reprogram them into pluripotent stem cells.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130123133717.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Ftop_news%2Ftop_science+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Top+News+--+Top+Science%29

Scientists Create Temporary Holes In Cells

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have found a safe way to squeeze large molecules through a narrow construction in cell membranes.

http://www.redorbit.com/news/science/1112769549/mit-stem-cell-membranes-nanoparticles-proteins-rna-012313/

State stem cell agency endorses conflict guidelines

... California Institute for Regenerative Medicine , the agency is responsible for awarding grants to promote stem cell research and therapies under Proposition 71, passed by California voters in 2004. The San Francisco-based agency has given hundreds ...

http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2013/jan/23/cirm-endorses-conflict-guidelines/

Stem-cell approach shows promise for Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Researchers have shown that transplanting stem cells derived from normal mouse blood vessels into the hearts of mice that model the pathology associated with Duchenne muscular dystrophy prevents the decrease in heart function associated with DMD.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2981250/posts

Stem Cell Research Helps to Identify Origins of Schizophrenia

New University at Buffalo research demonstrates how defects in an important neurological pathway in early development may be responsible for the onset of schizophrenia later in life.

http://www.biosciencetechnology.com/news/2013/01/stem-cell-research-helps-identify-origins-schizophrenia

Researchers Discover The Genomic Mechanism...

According to the scientists' report in the journal Schizophrenia Research , problems with the Integrative Nuclear FGFR 1 Signaling pathway during gestation leads to brain changes, ultimately causing behavioral problems, or schizophrenia, later in life.

http://www.redorbit.com/news/science/1112769414/schizophrenia-genomic-mechanism-discovered-012313/

UNMC Adult Stem Cell Breakthrough Builds on Nobel Prize Winners' Work

University of Nebraska Medical Center researchers have built on Nobel Prize-winning research to devise a new way to create powerful stem cells that could cure several conditions that cause blindness.

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Research_270/UNMC-Adult-Stem-Cell-Breakthrough-Builds-on-Nobel-Prize-Winners-Work.shtml

Japan researchers grow kidney tissue from stem cells

Researchers in Japan said Wednesday they have succeeded in growing human kidney tissue from stem cells for the first time in a potential breakthrough for millions with damaged organs who are dependent on dialysis.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2981200/posts

New beat to focus on health and science

Reporter and Weekend Edition host Rina Miller has a new beat here at Michigan Radio.

http://www.michiganradio.org/post/new-beat-focus-health-and-science?ft=1&f=166417513,166731742,167001835,167090102,167093726,167186878,167436975,167659703,168477776,168895029,169076161,169362300,169542966,170008022,170098142

Neanderthal Baby Momma Ad Denied

Yesterday, DNews ran the article, Surrogate Mother Wanted for Neanderthal Baby .

http://news.discovery.com/human/evolution/neanderthal-baby-momma-ad-denied-130123.htm#mkcpgn=rssnws1

New research may aid treatment of multiple myeloma patients

The study, titled "Identification of an ABCB1 -positive carfilzomib-resistant myeloma subpopulation by the pluripotent stem cell fluorescent dye CDy1," was published in the American Journal of Hematology .

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130123133327.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fhealth_medicine%2Fpharmacology+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Health+%26+Medicine+News+--+Pharmacology%29

Pazoo, Inc. Set to Release First Max Line Product: Max Plus Multivitamin Powered By Vita Cell

The next product release is expected in the next few weeks with the rest of the releases by the end of the second quarter of 2013.

http://www.macreportmedia.com/ViewSubmission.aspx?submissionRequest=20519

UCLA professor advocates special laws for stem cell research

Stem cell research is advancing rapidly; however, US administrative law and tort law have lagged behind.

http://www.examiner.com/article/ucla-professor-advocates-special-laws-for-stem-cell-research?cid=rss

Helmsley Charitable Trust awards $42 million to Salk Institute

This image is based on a stem cell study that may help unravel how a genetic mutation leads to Parkinson's symptoms.

http://www.bizjournals.com/newyork/news/2013/01/23/helmsley-charitable-trust-awards-42.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_38+%28Health+Care+Regulation+Industry+News%29

Retrovirus in the human genome is active in pluripotent stem cells

A retrovirus called HERV-H, which inserted itself into the human genome millions of years ago, may play an important role in pluripotent stem cells, according to a new study published in the journal Retrovirology by scientists at UMass Medical School.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/uomm-rit012313.php

BrainStorm's CEO Issues Annual Letter to Shareholders

Adrian Harel, has issued an Annual Letter to Shareholders summarizing the company's extremely significant developments of 2012: 2012 has been a pivotal year for BrainStorm, as the company has achieved the most significant milestones since its inception.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130123005821/en/BrainStorm%E2%80%99s-CEO-Issues-Annual-Letter-Shareholders

New Research May Aid Treatment of Multiple Myeloma Patients

As the disease progresses, the multiple myeloma cells accumulate in the bone marrow, causing painful bone lesions and preventing normal blood cell production.

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/598362/?sc=rsla&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseLatestNews+%28Newswise%3A+Latest+News%29

Stem Cell Experiment Raises Hope For Hair Loss Cure

Led by Manabu Ohyama and Hideyuki Okano, the research team employed induced pluripotent stem cells, a promising discovery able to generate a wide range of body tissues.

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VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. Successfully Completes Final Phase 1 Safety Study of AV-101

VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. , a biotechnology company applying stem cell technology for drug rescue, predictive toxicology and drug metabolism screening, today announced the successful completion of its final Phase 1 safety study of AV-101, a novel orally available prodrug candidate being developed for treatment of multiple conditions involving ... (more)

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Salk Institute for Biological Studies Awarded Historic $42 Million Grant From the

The award, from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, will support interdisciplinary research that paves the way to new therapies for chronic illnesses such as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's disease.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285493&full=1

RGIII's injury and making sense of the optimism from the Redskins and Dr. James Andrews

... and more information. John Keim answered a question in his weekly mailbag that Dr. Andrews has been using stem cell research on his patients for some time. Adrian Peterson of course had a "miraculous" nine-month return from ACL/MCL surgery performed ...

http://www.hogshaven.com/2013/1/23/3899538/rg3-injury-robert-griffin-iii-redskins-dr-james-andrews

Cambridge Enterprise announces 2012 results

... spin-outs. One important area of future growth is stem cells. The University is a world leader in stem cell research, and commercial opportunities are now starting to be developed. DefiniGEN, founded by a group of researchers from the Anne McLaren ...

http://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/cambridge-enterprise-announces-2012-results/

Putting the squeeze on cells

Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/miot-pts012313.php

Salk Institute recieves $42M grant

The Salk Institute for Biological Studies has received its largest-ever grant, $42 million to establish a research center fordecoding common genetic factors among chronic human diseases.

http://www.10news.com/news/salk-institute-receives-42m-grant-to-research-genetic-factors-that-contribute-to-human-diseases-012313

First genomic explanation for Schizophrenia

New University at Buffalo research demonstrates how defects in an important neurological pathway in early development may be responsible for the onset of schizophrenia later in life.

http://floridabiotechnews.com/biotechnology/first-genomic-explanation-for-schizophrenia/11905/?#038;#038;

AFP Report on 'Potential Breakthrough' Flags Embryonic Stem Cell Research As Unnecessary

... quotes did return results . Thus, we have a de facto acknowledgment by an establishment press outlet that stem cell research involving the killing of human embryos is irrelevant to medical advancement. Someone should tell the editorial board at the ...

http://newsbusters.org/blogs/tom-blumer/2013/01/23/afp-report-potential-breakthrough-flags-embryonic-stem-cell-research-unn

Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awards $150,000 to Dr. Lee Rubin...

Dr. Rubin's project at Harvard University is the first of three drug discovery awards that will be given by Families of SMA in the next few months.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/1/prweb10348016.htm

BrainStorm's CEO Issues Annual Letter to Shareholders

NEW YORK & PETACH TIKVAH, Israel -- -- BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics , a leading developer of adult stem cell technologies for neurodegenerative diseases, announced today that its CEO, Dr.

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Salk Institute awarded historic $42 million grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust

The Salk Institute for Biological Studies has received a $42 million gift-the largest in the Institute's history-to establish the Helmsley Center for Genomic Medicine , a research center dedicated to decoding the common genetic factors underlying many complex chronic human diseases.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/si-sia012213.php

BrainStorma s CEO Issues Annual Letter to Shareholders

NEW YORK & PETACH TIKVAH, Israel-- --BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics , a leading developer of adult stem cell technologies for neurodegenerative diseases, announced today that its CEO, Dr.

http://www.businesswire.com/news/topix/20130123005819/en

AFP Report on 'Potential Research Breakthrough' Flags...

... results . The overriding point is the de facto acknowledgment by an establishment press outlet that stem cell research involving the killing of human embryos is irrelevant to medical advancement. Someone should tell the editorial board at the New ...

http://www.bizzyblog.com/2013/01/23/afp-report-on-potential-research-breakthrough-flags-embryonic-stem-cell-research-as-unnecessary/

Stem cell foe namedchair of science panel

... malpractice, or better yet, warfare by journalism. Oh, the horror, this guy is against EMBRYONIC stem cell research and happens to believe that it might just be a violation of your privacy to have micro-chip implanted in you against your will. ...

http://lucianne.com/thread/?artnum=720212

Salk Institute Awarded Historic $42 Million Grant From the Helmsley Charitable Trust

World-renowned research facility receives largest single donation in its 53-year history Newswise - LA JOLLA, CA----The Salk Institute for Biological Studies has received a $42 million gift-the largest in the Institute's history-to establish the Helmsley Center for Genomic Medicine , a research center dedicated to decoding the common genetic ... (more)

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Stem Cell Research Helps to Identify Origins of Schizophrenia

Arrows point to cell nuclei in human embryonic stem cells in which a fibroblast growth factor receptor protein, , targets diverse genes implicated in schizophrenia.

http://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2013/01/018.html

2009 Electric Tesla Roadster - The Electric Tesla Acid Test

The assignment was simple, or so it seemed. I'd spend a week driving the Tesla Roadster, using it as I would any other car, to see if it was compatible with the lifestyle of someone who has gasoline running through his veins and whose entire identity hangs on the cars he drives.

http://www.automobilemag.com/green/reviews/0911_2009_tesla_roadster_electric_car/

Putting the squeeze on cells

Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell.

http://www.rdmag.com/news/2013/01/putting-squeeze-cells

Harvard prof. takes issue with neanderthal clone story

Harvard University genetics researcher George Church wants to talk about the possibilities cloning presents, and says new advances in his lab may enable re-creation of humanity's ancestors.

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Generation of rejuvenated antigen-specific T cells by reprogramming...

Cell stem cell , Vol. 12, No. 1. , pp. 114-126, doi:10.1016/j.stem.2012.11.002 Adoptive immunotherapy with functional T cells is potentially an effective therapeutic strategy for combating many types of cancer and viral infection.

http://www.citeulike.org/user/sallycowley/article/11924248

Stem Cell Research Helps to Identify Origins of Schizophrenia

Arrows point to cell nuclei in human embryonic stem cells in which a fibroblast growth factor receptor protein, , targets diverse genes implicated in schizophrenia.

http://www.innovations-report.com/html/reports/life_sciences/stem_cell_research_helps_identify_origins_208410.html

Professor Seeks 'Adventurous' Woman to Birth Neanderthal Clone

Like a storyline pulled from the movie "Jurassic Park," a professor at Harvard University says he can clone a long-extinct Neanderthal baby.

http://www.wctv.tv/home/headlines/Professor-Seeks-Adventurous-Woman-to-Birth-Neanderthal-Clone-187902691.html

Stem Cell Research Helps to Identify Origins of Schizophrenia

The UB findings, published in Schizophrenia Research , test the hypothesis in a new mouse model of schizophrenia that demonstrates how gestational brain changes cause behavioral problems later in life -- just like the human disease.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130122162403.htm

Kiadis Pharma Granted U.S. Patent for its Blood Cancer Treatment ATIR

Kiadis Pharma B.V., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing treatments for blood cancers, announced today that it has received a Notice of Allowance for its U.S. Patent Application No.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=285382&full=1

Tuning stem cell fate

These findings, published in the last issue of Cell Reports , shed light on the molecular mechanisms involved in stem cell biology and might have important therapeutic implications.

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Stem cell research helps to identify origins of schizophrenia

New University at Buffalo research demonstrates how defects in an important neurological pathway in early development may be responsible for the onset of schizophrenia later in life.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/uab-scr012213.php

Prof seeks woman to give birth to Neanderthal? Not exactly

As if pulling a storyline from the movie "Jurassic Park," a Harvard University professor says it would be possible to clone the long-extinct Neanderthal.

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