Heart Stem Cells, LVAD May Avoid Transplants

Statistics from the Department of Health and Human Services reveal that an average of 18 people dies waiting for organ transplants each day.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/22932358/heart-stem-cells-lvad-may-avoid-transplants

Army, academia develop human-on-a-chip technology

There was a time when the thought of manufacturing organs in the laboratory was science fiction, but now that science is a reality.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-army-academia-human-on-a-chip-technology.html

Cellular Dynamics joins Russell 2000 Index

... at $13.50 a share on Monday. CDI was founded in 2004 by Dr. James Thomson, a pioneer in human pluripotent stem cell research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The company is based in Madison and has a facility in Novato, California.

http://www.jsonline.com/business/cellular-dynamics-join-russell-2000-index-b99110266z1-225878931.html

UnTEThering (Smooth Muscle) Cell Plasticity [Editorials]

Cellular plasticity has become the subject of intense research, with perhaps the greatest example provided by the recent Nobel Prize winners Drs.

http://circ.ahajournals.org/content/early/2013/09/27/CIRCULATIONAHA.113.006092.short?rss=1

Bioheart, Inc. Adds Two Service Providers to Its Team of Resources

Bioheart, Inc. , a biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development and, subject to regulatory approval, commercialization of autologous cell therapies for the treatment of chronic and acute heart damage, has enhanced its resources with the addition of two service providers on its team -- Outside Eyes and Mitrani, Rynor, Adamsky & ... (more)

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=310227&full=1

Canada's first-ever public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa

Canada's first national public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-life-saving-stem-cells/article14599273/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TheGlobeAndMail-National+%28The+Globe+and+Mail+-+National+News%29

baby generic

Canada's first national public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/health-headlines/national-public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-opens-1.1476245

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa

Canada's first national public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.canada.com/health/Public+umbilical+cord+blood+bank+launches+Ottawa+gather+vital+stem+cells/8976251/story.html

Leukemia cells are addicted to healthy genes

When one version of a certain gene is mutated, it becomes a cancer-promoting gene -- an oncogene.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130930093910.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fplants_animals%2Fbiochemistry+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Plants+%26+Animals+News+--+Biochemistry+Research%29

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches

Canada's first national public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.durhamregion.com/news-story/4131920-public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches/

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa to gather vital stem cells

Canada's first national public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.edmontonjournal.com/health/Public+umbilical+cord+blood+bank+launches+Ottawa+gather+vital/8976251/story.html

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... in this WaPo piece about the Obama administration's recent decision to allow federal funding of embryonic stem cell research: Really now? A decision fund embryo-destroying stem cell research by taking taxpayer dollars from millions of people that ...

http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/page/9324/0

delivery distress signals, University of Calgary,

... a stem cell transplant. Around half of these patients are unable to find a suitable match, and many die. Stem cell research is continuing to develop and it's possible that one day, the cells will be able to be used in the treatment of many more ...

http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/health-headlines/why-canada-needs-a-national-public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-1.1476845

National public umbilical cord blood bank launches to gather vital stem cells

Canada's first national public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.brandonsun.com/national/breaking-news/public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-vital-stem-cells-225765291.html

Small brain biopsies can be used to grow large numbers of patient's own brain cells

A group of really brainy scientists have moved closer to growing "therapeutic" brain cells in the laboratory that can be re-integrated back into patients' brains to treat a wide range of neurological conditions.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-small-brain-biopsies-large-patient.html

Stem Cell Stock Alert: BioRestorative (OTCBB: BRTX) Engages...

September 30, 2013 BioRestorative Therapies Inc. , a life sciences company focused on developing stem cell-based therapies for personal medical applications, announced the engagement of the regulatory consultancy firm Phil Triolo and Associates, LC to help advance the Company's brtxDISC therapeutic procedure through the U.S. Food and Drug ... (more)

http://www.investorideas.com/CO/BRTX/news/2013/09301.asp

Did Stem Cell Research Support Hurt Michael J. Fox's TV Ratings?

... battle made him part of the political landscape when he began backing candidates who embraced embryonic stem cell research, a controversial position which angered many in the pro-life movement. Fox's fine work on both Family Ties and Spin City , not ...

http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Hollywood/2013/09/29/ideology-tarnish-michael-fox-brand

Leukemia cells are addicted to a healthy gene

Pre-leukemic stem cells with both mutated and healthy copies of the RUNX1 gene already display some of the characteristics of acute myeloid leukemia.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-leukemia-cells-addicted-healthy-gene.html

Frontiers launches a new open-access journal in Cell and Developmental Biology

... multidisciplinary articles. It will encourage crosstalk between clinical and basic biology e.g. through stem cell research, as well as assimilate various aspects of cellular and developmental processes, such as cell migration, signaling, stress ...

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/f-fla093013.php

Stem Cells May Prevent Tissue Rejection In Breast Reconstruction Surgery

A new study published Sept. 26 in The Lancet found the technique was superior to typical reconstruction surgeries that use only fat grafts harvested from elsewhere in the body.

http://www.surgicalproductsmag.com/articles/2013/09/stem-cells-may-prevent-tissue-rejection-breast-reconstruction-surgery

A blood bank for umbilical cords

Canada's first ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.castanet.net/news/Canada/99527/A-blood-bank-for-umbilical-cords

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches to gather vital stem cells

Here at Maclean's, we appreciate the written word. And we appreciate you, the reader.

http://www2.macleans.ca/2013/09/30/public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-to-gather-vital-stem-cells/

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa to gather vital stem cells

Canada's first ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.squamishchief.com/article/GB/20130930/CP06/309309974/-1/squamish/public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-vital&template=cpArt

Canada's first-ever public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa

Canada's first-ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-life-saving-stem-cells/article14599273/?cmpid=rss1

Study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers new cancer clue

London, Sept 30 : Scientists have used a brand new technique for examining individual stem cells to uncover dramatic differences in the gene expression levels - which genes are turned 'up' or 'down'- between apparently identical 'sister' pairs.

http://www.newkerala.com/news/story/73469/study-of-sister-stem-cells-uncovers-new-cancer-clue.html

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa

A newborn baby boy's umbilical cord blood is collected to try to cure his sister of leukemia in Beijing in 2005.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-1.1873112?cmp=rss

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

An 87-year-old unlicensed physician was sentenced Tuesday to 17 1/2 years in federal prison for heading a stem cell scam in Las Vegas that prosecutors said preyed on terminally ill patients and exposed them to risky placenta implant procedures.

http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2013/sep/29/us-stem-cell-scam-vegas/

Leukemia cells are addicted to a healthy gene

Weizmann Institute researchers discover that a 'standoff' between a mutated gene and its normal counterpart keeps certain cancer cells alive Pre-leukemic stem cells with both mutated and healthy copies of the RUNX1 gene already display some of the characteristics of acute myeloid leukemia.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/wios-lca092913.php

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa to gather vital stem cells

Canada's first ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/Public+umbilical+cord+blood+bank+launches+Ottawa+gather+vital/8976251/story.html

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa

Canada's first ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://thechronicleherald.ca/canada/1157591-public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa

BioRestorative Engages Consulting Firm to Advance brtxDISCa Program ...

BioRestorative Therapies, Inc. , a life sciences company focused on developing stem cell-based therapies for personal medical applications, announced the engagement of the regulatory consultancy firm Phil Triolo and Associates, LC to help advance the Company's brtxDISCa therapeutic procedure through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulatory ... (more)

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130930005192&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

Discovery of novel way gene controls stem cell self-renewal

Main Category: Lymphoma / Leukemia / Myeloma Also Included In: Transplants / Organ Donations ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 27 Aug 2013 - 1:00 PDT Stem cell scientists at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have discovered the gene GATA3 has a role in how blood stem cells renew themselves, a finding that advances the quest to expand these cells ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265243.php

Alkermes Expands Senior Management Team

Srdjan Stankovic, M.D., MSPH, will serve as Senior Vice President of Clinical Development and Medical Affairs, and Peter Norman has joined the company as Vice President of Government Affairs and Policy.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130930005199/en/Alkermes-Expands-Senior-Management-Team

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa to gather vital stem cells

Canada's first ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.weyburnreview.com/article/GB/20130930/CP06/309309974/-1/weyburn/public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-vital&template=cpArt

Umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa to gather life-saving stem cells

Canada's first-ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-life-saving-stem-cells/article14599273/?cmpid=rss1

Alkermes Expands Senior Management Team

Alkermes plc today announced that it has expanded its senior management team by appointing two industry veterans to newly created roles.

http://www.businesswire.com/news/topix/20130930005196/en

Alkermes Expands Senior Management Team

Alkermes plc today announced that it has expanded its senior management team by appointing two industry veterans to newly created roles.

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130930005196&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

Critical regulator identified for directing pluripotent stem cells to ...

Stem cell scientists have moved one step closer to producing blood-forming stem cells in a Petri dish by identifying a key regulator controlling their formation in the early embryo, shows research published online in Cell.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266694.php

Public umbilical cord blood bank launches in Ottawa to gather vital stem cells

Canada's first ever public blood bank for umbilical cord blood is set to begin taking donations today at an Ottawa hospital.

http://www.brandonsun.com/lifestyles/breaking-news/public-umbilical-cord-blood-bank-launches-in-ottawa-to-gather-vital-stem-cells-225765291.html

New research study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers cancer clue

... by Medical News Today from original press release. Click 'references' tab above for source. Visit our stem cell research section for the latest news on this subject. [1] Single cell RNA analysis is the investigation of an individual cell's gene ...

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266698.php

New research study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers cancer clue

Scientists have used a brand new technique for examining individual stem cells to uncover dramatic differences in the gene expression levels - which genes are turned 'up' or 'down'- between apparently identical 'sister' pairs.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=266698

Critical regulator identified for directing pluripotent stem cells to make blood-forming stem cells

Stem cell scientists have moved one step closer to producing blood-forming stem cells in a Petri dish by identifying a key regulator controlling their formation in the early embryo, shows research published online in Cell.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=266694

Treasure Valley Lights the Night for those with cancer

... He was diagnosed with the disease in 2003. He's been through chemotherapy, a bone marrow transplant, stem cell research and even an experimental treatment that's put him in remission for the past three years. Parker began volunteering at the ...

http://www.kboi2.com/news/local/Treasure-Valley-Boise-Light-the-Night-Leukemia-Lymphoma-cancer-225738271.html

Pillon drumming his way back from life-threatening illness

Bill Pillion, a survivor of multiple myeloma, holds his three-month old grandson, Spencer Lanoue, as he walks in the March for Multiple Myeloma at Dieppe Gardens in Windsor, Ont., Sunday, Sept.

http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2013/09/27/pillon-drumming-his-way-back-from-life-threatening-illness/

Widow seeks justice

Her husband, a former Royal Canadian Navy member, has been dead for more than a year and Dawn Collins lost in her third attempt to secure compensation from Veterans Affairs Canada this summer.

http://thechronicleherald.ca/metro/1157504-widow-seeks-justice

UC Davis stem cell researcher warns consumers to beware of unproven or dangerous stem cell treatments

... now being offered have resulted in deaths and injuries. Other unpleasant issues arise as well in stem cell research, including the tendency of some stem cells to generate cancer cells, and Knoepfler wants to talk about them. "Too often in the ...

http://www.sacbee.com/2013/09/15/5736360/uc-davis-stem-cell-researcher.html#mi_rss=Health%20and%20Medicine

The gift of life

The orthopedics nurse at UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital registered with Delete Blood Cancer DKMS, a global bone marrow program, in August of 2011 after reading a magazine article about bone marrow donors.

http://thegazette.com/2013/09/29/the-gift-of-life/

Breakthrough Reveals How Leukemia Cells Multiply

What keeps leukemia cells alive almost forever, able to continue dividing endlessly and aggressively? New research at the Weizmann Institute suggests that, in around a quarter of all leukemias, the cancer cells rely on an internal "balance of terror" to keep going.

http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/172304

Promising results for IPS cell therapy in Parkinson's disease using autologous transplantation

A research team led by Professor Jun Takahashi and Assistant Professor Asuka Morizane at the Center for iPS Cell Research and Application at Kyoto University, Japan, has carried out a study to compare the impact of immune response in autologous transplantation and allogeneic transplantation .

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266686.php

Unique Stem Cell Treatment For Spina Bifida Producing Amazing Results

Spina bifida is a birth defect in which the backbone and spinal canal do not close before birth.

http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/unique-stem-cell-treatment-for-spina-bifida-producing-amazing-results-363300.php

Trial to determine if stem cells can help with rare lung disease

To place a Death Notice, please call 305-376-8901 or email obit@miamiherald.com .

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/09/28/3658088/trial-to-determine-if-stem-cells.html

Super Strength Immune Cells Fighting Cancer

What if the cure for cancer could be found in the body's own immune system, with a little help from modern science? Now a new clinical trial is giving patients hope.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/23114714/super-strength-immune-cells-fighting-cancer

The Chinese Dragon Dance of "Science"

... this has already taken place. When President Obama lifts restrictions on funding for human embryonic stem cell research today, he will also issue a presidential memorandum aimed at insulating scientific decisions across the federal government from ...

http://www.rightwingnews.com/uncategorized/the-chinese-dragon-dance-of-science/

Meredith Hines-Dochterman wrote a new blog post: The gift of life

The orthopedics nurse at UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital registered with Delete Blood Cancer DKMS, a global bone marrow program, in August of 2011 after reading a magazine article about bone marrow donors.

http://thegazette.com/2013/09/28/the-gift-of-life/

Classifieds

Two UMass Medical School researchers used a naturally occurring "off switch" to shut down the chromosomes that cause Down syndrome during laboratory experiments that used human stem cells, according to a press release from the school.

http://bostonherald.com/news_opinion/local_coverage/2013/07/stem_cell_research_yields_down_syndrome_breakthrough/

CoreBloodStemCells.net Launches Stem Cell Information Portal

... the categories that are covered by the site are stem cell technologies , stem cell therapy, embryonic stem cell research , stem cell banking, and stem cell storage amongst others. With images included on the site, website visitors can benefit from ...

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/corebloodstemcellsnet-launches-stem-cell-information-portal-341875.htm

Heart Stem Cells, LVAD May Avoid Transplants

Statistics from the Department of Health and Human Services reveal that an average of 18 people dies waiting for organ transplants each day.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/22932358/heart-stem-cells-lvad-may-avoid-transplants

Life sciences drought to end as IPOs flow in US

BRITAIN'S initial public offerings market is poised to open up again to life science companies following a surge of activity in the United States, a senior industry figure has said.

http://www.scotsman.com/business/media-tech-leisure/life-sciences-drought-to-end-as-ipos-flow-in-us-1-3114135

General Stud Book Shows Foal Numbers Decline

The latest edition of the General Stud Book published by Weatherbys reflects the impact of the recession on the breeding industries in Great Britain and Ireland.

http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/80928/general-stud-book-shows-foal-numbers-decline?source=rss

Man free of HIV shares his story of hope

Timothy Ray Brown is known as the "Berlin patient," "the German" and "that guy who was cured of HIV."

http://www.nwfdailynews.com/health/local-health-news/man-free-of-hiv-shares-his-story-of-hope-1.209075

Amherst responds to One Match request

When Rod Wilson asked for the community's help in his campaign to find a bone marrow donor, he never imagined the response he'd get.

http://www.cumberlandnewsnow.com/News/Local/2013-09-27/article-3409918/Amherst-responds-to-One-Match-request/1

Learn more about and donate

My name is Donna Neff and I am 44. I have two boys, Avery is 17 and Owen is 15 and we live in Lititz, PA.

https://www.frc.org/get.cfm?c=CHECKOUT&dmy=61958AE9-0B33-4F84-CF1BB8FA67617CA5&CFID=28122737&CFTOKEN=e0c78d65cb76c8f0-61958845-F773-AD18-1EFAFA255F562711

Carol H. Letendre, NIH official, dies at 75

Carol H. Letendre, a research biochemist at the National Institutes of Health who was a former deputy director of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute's Division of Blood Diseases and Resources, died Aug. 22 at Howard County General Hospital in Columbia.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/carol-h-letendre-nih-official-dies-at-75/2013/09/27/629afa30-2631-11e3-b75d-5b7f66349852_story.html?wprss=rss_local

Physiological beta-catenin signaling controls self-renewal networks...

A few reports suggested that low levels of Wnt signaling might drive cell reprogramming, but these studies could not establish a clear relationship between Wnt signaling and self-renewal networks.

http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2121/14/44/abstract

Bond Commission Approves New Borrowing

The state bond commission on Friday unanimously approved a total of $438.5 million on 36 projects, including construction of a new elementary school in Newtown , an enticement to an outdoor retailer in Bridgeport , grants for stem cell research at the University of Connecticut and highway improvements along Interstate 95. The commission's consensus ... (more)

http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-bonding-commission--0928-20130927,0,7586031.story

Geoengineering: governance before research please

... of major new scientific research programs (such as genetic modification of organisms, nanotechnology and stem cell research) tells us that the political and social risks of new technological paradigms are often more important than any potential ...

http://ourworld.unu.edu/en/geoengineering-governance-before-research-please/

Stem cells may prevent tissue rejection in breast reconstruction surgery

A new study published Sept. 26 in The Lancet found the technique was superior to typical reconstruction surgeries that use only fat grafts harvested from elsewhere in the body.

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57605030/stem-cells-may-prevent-tissue-rejection-in-breast-reconstruction-surgery/

Bioheart, Inc. Announces Positive Preliminary Data From Phase I Angel Trial

Bioheart, Inc. , a biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development and, subject to regulatory approval, commercialization of autologous cell therapies for the treatment of chronic and acute heart damage, announced today preliminary data from its phase I ANGEL Trial.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=310049&full=1

Malloy Defends Bonding Policy

... million in borrowing for dozens of projects including $10 million for school security and $10 million in stem cell research. In addition, it also approved $22 million in special tax revenue bonds that will be repaid over 20 years with sales tax ...

http://www.ctnewsjunkie.com/ctnj.php/archives/entry/malloy_defends_bonding_policy/

New research helps fight against motor neurone disease

... cause. Sufferers may lose their ability to walk, talk, eat and breathe. A breakthrough using cutting-edge stem cell research could speed up the discovery of new treatments for motor neurone disease (MND). (Medical Xpress)-A Motor Neurone Disease ...

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-motor-neurone-disease.html

microRNA-17-92 cluster is a direct Nanog target and controls neural stem cell through Trp53inp1

Elisabetta Ferretti or Alberto Gulino, Department of Molecular Medicine, Sapienza University, Viale Regina Elena, 291-00161 Rome, Italy.

http://www.nature.com/emboj/journal/vaop/ncurrent/full/emboj2013214a.html

Study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers new cancer clue

The research, published today in Stem Cell Reports , was conducted and funded by The Institute of Cancer Research, London.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130926123334.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fmost_popular+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Most+Popular+News%29

Patient's own cells might be used as treatment for Parkinson's disease

However, studies in rodents have suggested that the body may mount an immune response and destroy cells derived from iPSCs.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130926123321.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fmost_popular+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Most+Popular+News%29

NeoStem Unfazed By Hiccup Over Its AMR-001 Cardiovascular Stem Cell Treatment

NeoStem has rebounded this week after a Seeking Alpha blog post suggested its AMR-001 stem cell treatment for cardiovascular disease was unlikely to work.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/johnfarrell/2013/09/27/neostem-unfazed-by-hiccup-over-its-amr-001-cardiovascular-stem-cell-treatment/

HeartCell.org Invites Public to Share Experiences with Stem Cell Treatment

Los Angeles - HeartCell.org , a free informational resource guide for cardiac cell therapy, is inviting patients to share their experience with the benefits of stem cells .

http://www.emailwire.com/release/135234-HeartCellorg-Invites-Public-to-Share-Experiences-with-Stem-Cell-Treatment.html

North America Leads Cancer Tumor Profiling Market 2018 Forecasts in a...

The report "Cancer/Tumor Profiling Market [Applications , Technologies , Segments: Genomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, Epigenetics)] 2013 - 2018" says cancer/tumor profiling market is valued at $14.99 billion in 2013 and is expected to reach $35.03 billion by 2018.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/cancer-tumor-profiling/market-and-analysis/prweb11170453.htm

Geoengineering rules needed sooner rather than later

... of major new scientific research programs (such as genetic modification of organisms, nanotechnology and stem cell research) tells us that the political and social risks of new technological paradigms are often as important as any potential physical ...

http://www.trust.org/item/20130927115925-3z7kr/?source=hpeditorial

CEO Matt Feshbach Challenges His Senior Executive Team To Give Back Through Community Efforts

It is good that they are getting guidance early as getting a business off the ground is not for the faint of heart.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11156175.htm

Musician and filmmaker shocked audiences around the world

Zev Asher made national headlines in 2004 when his film Casuistry: The Art of Killing a Cat caused protests at TIFF.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/musician-and-filmmaker-shocked-audiences-around-the-world/article14563477/?cmpid=rss1

Stem Cell Training, Inc. Announces Joint Venture with The Research...

... Cells Group, Inc. is the parent company of six wholly owned operating companies dedicated entirely to stem cell research, training, products and solutions. Founded in 2012, the company combines dedicated researchers, physician and patient educators ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/stemcelltraining/tissueEngineering/prweb11164540.htm

First clinical study shows potential of stem cell-enriched fat grafts ...

Stem cell-enriched fat grafting could become central to plastic and reconstructive surgery after the first randomised trial in humans confirms the technique's excellent feasibility and safety.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-clinical-potential-stem-cell-enriched-fat.html

"My story has led to people talking about finding a cure for HIV again"

Timothy Ray Brown is known as the "Berlin patient," "the German patient" and "that guy who was cured of HIV."

http://www.nwfdailynews.com/health/local-health-news/my-story-has-led-to-people-talking-about-finding-a-cure-for-hiv-again-1.209075

In Wisconsin, Galileo weeps.

... pose a moral issue, the question becomes whether or not patronizing an institution involved in embryonic stem cell research causes scandal and collusion with evil The deep, deep difficulty with the Superintendent's reasoning is that one of the ...

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/09/26/1241633/-In-Wisconsin-Galileo-weeps

Stem cell scientists identify key regulator controlling formation of blood-forming stem cells

Stem cell scientists have moved one step closer to producing blood-forming stem cells in a Petri dish by identifying a key regulator controlling their formation in the early embryo, shows research published online today in Cell .

http://www.biologynews.net/archives/2013/09/26/stem_cell_scientists_identify_key_regulator_controlling_formation_of_bloodforming_stem_cells.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+biologynews%2Fheadlines+%28Biology+News+Net%29

Study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers new cancer clue

Scientists have used a brand new technique for examining individual stem cells to uncover dramatic differences in the gene expression levels - which genes are turned 'up' or 'down'- between apparently identical 'sister' pairs.

http://www.biologynews.net/archives/2013/09/26/study_of_sister_stem_cells_uncovers_new_cancer_clue.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+biologynews%2Fheadlines+%28Biology+News+Net%29

Cerulean Pharma Inc. Release: Combinability of CRLX101 and...

Patients treated with CRLX101 and AvastinA at their respective MTDs did not require treatment discontinuations or dose reductions.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=309939&full=1

Discovery of novel way gene controls stem cell self-renewal

Main Category: Lymphoma / Leukemia / Myeloma Also Included In: Transplants / Organ Donations ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 27 Aug 2013 - 1:00 PDT Stem cell scientists at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have discovered the gene GATA3 has a role in how blood stem cells renew themselves, a finding that advances the quest to expand these cells ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265243.php

Complete 2013-14 U.S. Cord Blood Banking Industry Report

Within , cord blood banks have appeared in nearly every state. Furthermore, the U.S. cord blood banking industry is the most mature cord blood banking market in the world, having the: First company to offer cord blood storage , Early entrant into cord tissue storage , Largest total number of industry participants , Most number of cord blood units ... (more)

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Study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers new cancer clue

Scientists have used a brand new technique for examining individual stem cells to uncover dramatic differences in the gene expression levels - which genes are turned 'up' or 'down' - between apparently identical 'sister' pairs.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=266579

Last

... in this WaPo piece about the Obama administration's recent decision to allow federal funding of embryonic stem cell research: Really now? A decision fund embryo-destroying stem cell research by taking taxpayer dollars from millions of people that ...

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Stem Cell Therapy for Parkinson's Proves Safe in Primates

In a step that brings stem cells closer to the clinic, researchers in Japan have found that transplanting reprogrammed stem cells into the brains of primates elicits little rejection by their immune systems.

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Stem Cell Scientists Identify Key Regulator Controlling Formation of Blood-Forming Stem Cells

... for Regenerative Medicine, part of Toronto-based University Health Network, is a world leading centre for stem cell research, facilitating collaboration between renowned scientists from 5 major hospitals in Toronto, the University of Toronto and ...

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Citizen Dave: Pope Francis gives us some hope for better days

... the Church's message from a preoccupation with sex (homosexuality, abortion, contraception, embryonic stem cell research) to an emphasis on social justice. As I've written before , it's not that I expect the Church to suddenly decide that abortion ...

http://www.thedailypage.com/daily/article.php?article=41002

Bioheart Announces Positive Preliminary Data From Phase I Angel Trial

Fully funded by Bioheart, the trial is being conducted in Mexico at the Hospital Angeles in conjunction with the Regenerative Medicine Institute .

http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/bioheart-announces-positive-preliminary-data-from-phase-i-angel-trial-otcqb-bhrt-1835253.htm

Autologous transplantation shows promising results for iPS cell therapy in Parkinson's disease

This is a histological analysis of the host-resident microglia. Dark parts of the photo No.10 shows microglia gather in the brain.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-autologous-transplantation-results-ips-cell.html

Rare cancer survivor's foundation aims to make research accessible for all

Kathy Giusti, left, with Eric Lander, founding director of the Broad Institute of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University, and Dr. Margaret A. Hamburg, commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration at an event on September 25, 2013.

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/09/26/rare-cancer-survivors-foundation-aims-to-make-research-accessible-for-all/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+foxnews%2Fhealth+%28Internal+-+Health+-+Text%29

Bio-Matrix Scientific Group Inc.'s Subsidiary Regen BioPharma Enters ...

Bio-Matrix Scientific Group Inc. announced today its subsidiary Regen BioPharma Inc. signed an agreement with Dr. Wei-Ping Min covering experiments requested by the FDA in support of clearance for the company's IND #15376 for use of HemaXellerate I in the treatment of drug refractory aplastic anemia.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=309884&full=1

International Stem Cell Corporation to Present at 12th Annual...

International Stem Cell Corporation , a California-based biotechnology company developing novel stem cell based therapies and biomedical products, announced today that it will participate in the 12th Annual BIO Investor Forum hosted by the Biotechnology Industry Organization .

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=309892&full=1

Patient's own cells might be used as treatment for Parkinson's disease

This illustration shows the image of autotransplantation. The paper shows evidence only for neural cells and the brain, not for other organs.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/cp-poc091913.php

Novel drug prevents common viral disease in stem-cell transplant patients

In a paper in the Sept. 26 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine , the researchers report that patients who took the drug CMX001 shortly after transplant were far less likely to develop cytomegalovirus infection than were patients who took a placebo.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130925185432.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Latest+Science+News%29

Study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers new cancer clue

Scientists have used a brand new technique for examining individual stem cells to uncover dramatic differences in the gene expression levels - which genes are turned 'up' or 'down'- between apparently identical 'sister' pairs.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/iocr-so092413.php

Scientists identify key regulator controlling formation of blood-forming stem cells

Stem cell scientists have moved one step closer to producing blood-forming stem cells in a Petri dish by identifying a key regulator controlling their formation in the early embryo, shows research published online today in Cell .

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-scientists-key-formation-blood-forming-stem.html

Study of 'sister' stem cells uncovers new cancer clue

Scientists have used a brand new technique for examining individual stem cells to uncover dramatic differences in the gene expression levels - which genes are turned 'up' or 'down'- between apparently identical 'sister' pairs.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-sister-stem-cells-uncovers-cancer.html

Peng Yi, Ph.D., Joins Joslin Diabetes Center's Islet Cell and Regenerative Biology Section

Joslin Diabetes Center today announced that Peng Yi, Ph.D., has been appointed an Assistant Investigator in the Islet Cell and Regenerative Biology Section of Joslin's Research Division.

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/608184/?sc=rssn&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseScinews+%28Newswise%3A+SciNews%29

Autologous transplantation shows promising results for iPS cell therapy in Parkinson's disease

This is a histological analysis of the host-resident microglia. Dark parts of the photo No.10 shows microglia gather in the brain.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/cfic-ats091913.php

GrafixA Featured in Multiple Abstracts at the 2013 Fall Symposium on Advanced Wound Care

Osiris Therapeutics, Inc. , announced today that data from seven studies will be presented at the 2013 Fall Symposium on Advanced Wound Care in Las Vegas.

http://www.freshnews.com/news/849363/grafix-featured-multiple-abstracts-2013-fall-symposium-advanced-wound-care

Heart Stem Cells, LVAD May Avoid Transplants

Statistics from the Department of Health and Human Services reveal that an average of 18 people dies waiting for organ transplants each day.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/22932358/heart-stem-cells-lvad-may-avoid-transplants

Super Strength Immune Cells Fighting Cancer

What if the cure for cancer could be found in the body's own immune system, with a little help from modern science? Now a new clinical trial is giving patients hope.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/23114714/super-strength-immune-cells-fighting-cancer

Penny Movers to Watch - Cellceutix Corp (OTCBB:CTIX), Advanced Cell...

OTC Stock Picks is engaged in providing the most up to date and useful information on the Best Penny Stocks that are poised to breakout.

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NeuralStem Inc. CEO to Present at

The company has received FDA approval to commence a Phase I safety trial in chronic spinal cord injury.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=309838&full=1

Combinability of CRLX101 and Avastin? Established in Clinical Trial in Renal Cell Carcinoma

Patients treated with CRLX101 and Avastin at their respective MTDs did not require treatment discontinuations or dose reductions.

http://www.appliedclinicaltrialsonline.com/appliedclinicaltrials/Phase+News/Combinability-of-CRLX101-and-Avastin-Established-i/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/824037?ref=25

National Cancer Institute awards $48.6 million grant to MD Anderson

Broad, deep and outstanding research in cancer science, treatment and prevention have earned The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center a $48.6-million, five-year grant from the National Cancer Institute and an "exceptional" ranking, the highest possible, from the NCI's extensive peer-review process.

http://www.biosciencetechnology.com/news/2013/09/national-cancer-institute-awards-486-million-grant-md-anderson

Report Published: "Acute Ischemic Stroke - Pipeline Review, H2 2013"

Global Markets Direct's, 'Acute Ischemic Stroke - Pipeline Review, H2 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline.

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/report-published-acute-ischemic-stroke-pipeline-review-h2-2013-332115.htm

Grafix Featured in Multiple Abstracts at the 2013 Fall Symposium on Advanced Wound Care

Osiris Therapeutics, Inc. , announced today that data from seven studies will be presented at the 2013 Fall Symposium on Advanced Wound Care in Las Vegas.

http://www.businesswire.com/news/topix/20130926005855/en

Verastem Initiates Phase 2 Trial of Defactinib in Lung Cancer

Verastem, Inc. , focused on discovering and developing drugs to treat cancer by the targeted killing of cancer stem cells, today announced the initiation of a Phase 2 trial of defactinib , a potent inhibitor of focal adhesion kinase , in KRAS-mutated non-small cell lung cancer .

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130926005832&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

GrafixA Featured in Multiple Abstracts at the 2013 Fall Symposium on Advanced Wound Care

Osiris Therapeutics, Inc. , announced today that data from seven studies will be presented at the 2013 Fall Symposium on Advanced Wound Care in Las Vegas.

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130926005855&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

International Stem Cell Corporation to Present at 12th Annual BIO Investor Forum October 8-9th, 2013

The conference is being held October 8-9th, 2013, at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, CA.

http://www.freshnews.com/news/849213/international-stem-cell-corporation-present-12th-annual-bio-investor-forum-october-8-9t

American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) Leaders Discuss New Google Aging Initiative

Leaders of the American Federation for Aging Research , a national non-profit organization that has devoted more than $150 million to fund over 3,000 aging researchers during the last 31 years, commented recently on Google's announcement of the formation of "Calico," a company focused on aging research.

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/608180/?sc=rsmn&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseMednews+%28Newswise%3A+MedNews%29

Turn your heart off and on

A heartbeat is really a pretty magical thing. Every time that beautiful little hunk of muscle in your chest wants to send blood rushing around your body, it requires an electrical signal generated by your body to tell it to do so.

http://www.today.az/news/interesting/126658.html

International Stem Cell Corporation to Present at 12th Annual BIO Investor Forum October 8-9th, 2013

The conference is being held October 8-9th, 2013, at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, CA.

http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/international-stem-cell-corporation-present-12th-annual-bio-investor-forum-october-8-otcqb-isco-1835025.htm

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

An 87-year-old unlicensed physician was sentenced Tuesday to 17A1 2 years in federal prison for heading a stem cell scam in Las Vegas that prosecutors said preyed on terminally ill patients and exposed them to risky placenta implant procedures.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/23520589/unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-in-vegas-stem-cell-scam

Skelmersdale's Millie Heaton has successful operation

BRAVE toddler Millie Heaton is recovering in hospital after the operation to remove the cancerous tumour in her stomach was hailed a success.

http://www.osadvertiser.co.uk/news/skelmersdale-news/2013/09/26/skelmersdale-s-millie-heaton-has-successful-operation-80904-33885238/

Bio-Matrix Scientific Group's Subsidiary Regen BioPharma Enters Into...

Regen BioPharma filed an Investigational New Drug application for HemaXellerate I in February 2013 seeking permission from the FDA to initiate a ten patient clinical trial.

http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/bio-matrix-scientific-groups-subsidiary-regen-biopharma-enters-into-preclinical-trials-otcqb-bmsn-1835001.htm

Linda Ronstadt confronts Parkinson's disease

The debilitating effects of Parkinson's disease require her to relax for a few minutes before starting an interview.

http://cjonline.com/news/2013-09-21/linda-ronstadt-confronts-parkinsons-disease

Stem Cell Training, Inc. Announces Joint Venture with The Research...

... page of the is the parent company of six wholly owned operating companies dedicated entirely to stem cell research, training, products and solutions. Founded in 2012, the company combines dedicated researchers, physician and patient educators and ...

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/2013/9/26/stem_cell_training_inc_announces_joint.htm

Serial Entrepreneur, Rudy Mazzocchi, Receives Global Business...

As recently described in an interview on BioTuesdays , ELENZA combines nano technology , artificial intelligence , and advanced electronics to seamlessly "autofocus" an implantable lens without movement.

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/2013/9/26/serial_entrepreneur_rudy_mazzocchi_receives_global.htm

Great Falls's Evvie Heilbrunn finishes training, about to take on Mount Everest

... joined a project called " Summit 4 Stem Cell ," in which a group of Parkinson's patients raise money for stem cell research by trekking to the base camp at Mount Everest, at 17,600 feet, and then up 600 more feet to a peak called Kala Pattar. For ...

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/local/wp/2013/09/26/update-great-fallss-evvie-heilbrunn-finishes-training-about-to-take-on-mount-everest/

Serial Entrepreneur, Rudy Mazzocchi, Receives Global Business...

The Business Intelligence Group, founded with a mission of recognizing true talent and superior performance in the business world, announces their selection of Rudy Mazzocchi as this year's recipient of the 2013 Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11153644.htm

CEO Matt Feshbach Challenges His Senior Executive Team To Give Back Through Community Efforts

It is good that they are getting guidance early as getting a business off the ground is not for the faint of heart.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11156175.htm

Nerve Repair and Regeneration Market - Global Trend and Forecast to 2018

MarketResearch.com announces the addition of a new market research report in Biotechnology to their product offering: Nerve Repair and Regeneration Market - Global Trend and Forecast to 2018.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11138253.htm

FIEO India official delegation takes part in MedHealth Exhibition

A 22-member delegation from ten reputed Indian companies from the healthcare sector has formed part of the FIEO Official Delegation that is participating for the first time in the 3rd MedHealth and Wellness exhibition, which kicked off Monday at the Oman International Exhibition Center.

http://www.ameinfo.com/fieo-india-official-delegation-takes-medhealth-355550

Stem Cell Training, Inc. Announces Joint Venture with The Research...

... Cells Group, Inc. is the parent company of six wholly owned operating companies dedicated entirely to stem cell research, training, products and solutions. Founded in 2012, the company combines dedicated researchers, physician and patient educators ...

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Pets Best Insurance Announces Stem Cell Therapy and Regenerative...

Pets Best Insurance wants the best for pets and their owners and Vet-Stem offers the best in regenerative medicine for them.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11151135.htm

Cell Medica opens a central European manufacturing facility in Berlin-Buch

Cell Medica, a leading T cell therapeutics company, today announced the opening of its European commercial manufacturing facility at the Max-DelbrA1 4ck-Center of Molecular Medicine within the biotechnology park of Campus Berlin-Buch .

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130925006155&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

Harvard Launches $6.5 Billion Fundraising Campaign

Last Saturday, Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion fundraising campaign, making it the biggest fundraiser ever in higher education.

http://www.bcheights.com/harvard-launches-6-5-billion-fundraising-campaign-1.3067673?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TheHeightsRss+%28The+Heights+RSS%29

Evils exist in government to control and eliminate human life.

... including government to control and eliminate human life. Such methods as abortion (murder), embryo stem cell research (more murder) euthanasia (more murder) and contraception (again more murder) are fostered by secular non believers. I say non ...

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/3071339/posts

Stem Cell Training Inc. Announces Alliance with Far Eastern...

... Cells Group, Inc. is the parent company of six wholly owned operating companies dedicated entirely to stem cell research, training, products and solutions. Founded in 2012, the company combines dedicated researchers, physician and patient educators ...

http://technews.tmcnet.com/news/2013/09/25/7437938.htm

Expect Miracles At 5K Run/Walk Set For Oct. 5

Miracles can happen. That's what Sheree Pask of Clark thinks, anyway. She is a survivor of a rare form of cancer known as Myeloma.

http://njtoday.net/2013/09/25/expect-miracles-at-5k-runwalk-set-for-oct-5/

Cancer-stricken boy, 3, granted dying wish to see the Philadelphia Eagles play - days before death

Another wish had been to have one more Christmas and his family had organized an early celebration - but he deteriorated too quickly A three-year-old cancer sufferer has passed away - just days after being granted his dying wish of seeing the Philadelphia Eagles play.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2432631/Cancer-stricken-boy-3-granted-dying-wish-Philadelphia-Eagles-play--days-death.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Discovery of novel way gene controls stem cell self-renewal

Main Category: Lymphoma / Leukemia / Myeloma Also Included In: Transplants / Organ Donations ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 27 Aug 2013 - 1:00 PDT Stem cell scientists at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have discovered the gene GATA3 has a role in how blood stem cells renew themselves, a finding that advances the quest to expand these cells ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265243.php

Novel drug prevents common viral disease in stem-cell transplant patients, study finds

A new drug can often prevent a common, sometimes severe viral disease in patients receiving a transplant of donated blood-making stem cells, a clinical trial led by researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital indicates.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/dci-ndp092413.php

Novel drug prevents common viral disease in stem-cell transplant patients, study finds

A new drug can often prevent a common, sometimes severe viral disease in patients receiving a transplant of donated blood-making stem cells, a clinical trial led by researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital indicates.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-drug-common-viral-disease-stem-cell.html

Free-standing 3D skeletal muscle constructs created in the lab

Industrial robots can do incredible things, but their control systems are still incredibly complex.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-free-standing-3d-skeletal-muscle-lab.html

The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Concluded Four-Day...

Hundreds of physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical professionals gathered at the Sheraton Boston Hotel September 18-21, 2013 for board certification exams, Fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine modules, and the Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy Symposium.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11157276.htm

Fundraising machine kicks into gear at Reynolds school

There's only one name that comes to mind when Cory Emerson thinks of the bravest person she knows: Ryder Evans-Brockett.

http://www.bclocalnews.com/news/225254081.html

Ciclopirox and Deferiprone Inhibit HIV Gene Expression and Restore Apoptosis

A pair of drugs approved for other uses were shown to inhibit HIV replication and trigger death of HIV-infected cells in laboratory cell cultures, researchers reported in the September 23, 2013, edition of the open-access journal PLoS ONE .

http://www.hivandhepatitis.com/hiv-treatment/hiv-cure/4309-ciclopirox-and-deferiprone-inhibit-hiv-gene-expression-and-restore-apoptosis

Expect miracles at 5K Run/Walk Oct. 5 in Clark

Clark residents Ron and Sheree Pask, front, and committee members work on last minute details for the Oct. 5 Miracles for Myeloma 5K Run/Walk in Oak Ridge Park.

http://www.nj.com/suburbannews/index.ssf/2013/09/expect_miracles_at_5k_runwalk.html

Time for change

With her triumph in the German parliamentary elections on 22 September, Angela Merkel's popularity has reached new heights.

http://www.nature.com/news/time-for-change-1.13805

New Study From CMU Could Help Minimize Cognitive Losses After Stroke

Gary Dunbar, director of the neuroscience program at Central Michigan University, believes his research team may have taken a step in the right direction toward promotING the recovery of the brain after damage caused by stroke, traumatic brain injury, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Huntington's and Alzheimer's.

http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2013/09/25/new-study-from-cmu-could-help-minimize-cognitive-losses-after-stroke/

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Honors Researchers Whose...

... T1D. She and her husband, Dr. , have contributed generously to JDRF, initiating such programs as JDRF's Stem Cell Research Fund. A leading JDRF volunteer, Dr. Levine has served on the International Board of Directors and Executive Committee, as ...

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=309766&full=1

Top Reproduction Studies of 2012-13

... his next paper I found interesting because I think it opens up a whole new avenue of things to look at in stem cell research in our industry," Stanton began. "The object of this paper was to look at methods of stem cell delivery to ensure

http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/80855/top-reproduction-studies-of-2012-13?source=rss

Local Mom Elizabeth Toy Loses Brave Cancer Fight

Sadness cloaked the North Fork community Wednesday as friends confirmed that a brave Cutchogue mom has lost her fight for life Tuesday night.

http://northfork.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/local-mom-elizabeth-toy-loses-brave-cancer-battle

Gala for Life features Cnogressman Chris Smith

The President of the March for Life, Jeanne Monahan will be one of two featured speakers at St. Teresa of Avila Parish's popular Gala for Life Banquet on Saturday evening, Oct. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Grand Summit Hotel.

http://www.nj.com/independentpress/index.ssf/2013/09/gala_for_life_features_cnogres.html

Canadian stem cell technology expected to offer new options for blood stem cell transplants

Dr. has been given the 2013 Till & McCulloch Award in recognition of this contribution to global stem cell research.

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/2013/9/25/canadian_stem_cell_technology_expected_to.htm

JDRF Honors Researchers Whose Insights on Early Type 1 Diabetes...

... T1D. She and her husband, Dr. , have contributed generously to JDRF, initiating such programs as JDRF's Stem Cell Research Fund. A leading JDRF volunteer, Dr. Levine has served on the International Board of Directors and Executive Committee, as ...

http://www.appliedclinicaltrialsonline.com/appliedclinicaltrials/Phase+News/JDRF-Honors-Researchers-Whose-Insights-on-Early-Ty/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/823886?ref=25

International Stem Cell Corporation to Present New Data From...

Conducted in collaboration with the Sanford Burnham Medical Research Institute, the presentation will include new data and results from ISCO's first primate study, including an outline of neural stem cells' unique mechanism of action, data on the fate of the cells and a detailed analysis of the primate's immune response to the implantation.

http://www.freshnews.com/news/848620/international-stem-cell-corporation-present-new-data-from-parkinson-s-disease-program-a

Penny Stock Buzz - Globalstar, Inc. (OTCMKTS:GSAT), Roche Holding...

Jet Life Penny Stocks provides investors with the some of the most Awesome Penny Stock alerts on a regular basis.

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Super Strength Immune Cells Fighting Cancer

What if the cure for cancer could be found in the body's own immune system, with a little help from modern science? Now a new clinical trial is giving patients hope.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/23114714/super-strength-immune-cells-fighting-cancer

Stem cells play a key role in how 'bad' cholesterol causes atherosclerosis in humans

University at Buffalo translational researchers are developing a richer understanding of atherosclerosis in humans, revealing a key role for stem cells that promote inflammation .

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266509.php

Convicted stem cell schemer, 87, called 'modern-day Dr....

This Nov. 28, 2012 photo shows Alfred Sapse making a statement to the media after leaving the Lloyd George Federal Courthouse in Las Vegas.

http://www.brandonsun.com/business/breaking-news/convicted-stem-cell-schemer-87-called-modern-day-dr-frankenstein-sentenced-in-las-vegas-225117912.html

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: World Drug Market 2013-2023

What's the future for treating inflammatory bowel diseases ? Visiongain's updated report gives you revenue predictions from 2013, helping you stay ahead.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11156387.htm

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

State Rep. Martin Walsh and City Councilor John Connolly emerged from a crowded field Tuesday to spots in the November election that will determine a successor to Thomas Menino, Boston's longest-serving mayor.

http://www.ktiv.com/story/23520589/unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-in-vegas-stem-cell-scam

Tackle Cancer: UMD football player battles cancer twice

For those who follow University of Minnesota Duluth football, even overcast skies can't dampen the excitement the Bulldogs bring to Duluth.

http://www.kare11.com/news/extras/article/1040207/26/Tackle-Cancer-UMD-football-player-battles-cancer-twice

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

The Senate's No. 2 Democrat says the chamber may come out in favor of a smaller patch for bankrolling the government than the one envisioned in a temporary spending bill passed by the Republican-dominated House.

http://www.myabc5.com/story/23520589/unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-in-vegas-stem-cell-scam

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

This May 18, 2011 photo shows Alfred Sapse at his Las Vegas home. The unlicensed physician was sentenced, Tuesday, Sept.

http://www.sfgate.com/news/medical/article/Unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-in-Vegas-stem-cell-scam-4840330.php

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

The Senate's No. 2 Democrat says the chamber may come out in favor of a smaller patch for bankrolling the government than the one envisioned in a temporary spending bill passed by the Republican-dominated House.

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Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

This May 18, 2011 photo shows Alfred Sapse at his Las Vegas home. The unlicensed physician was sentenced, Tuesday, Sept.

http://www.boston.com/business/technology/2013/09/24/unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-vegas-stem-cell-scam/OODEg2Q5mjBDXvKszoL6mI/story.html

Unlicensed doctor gets prison in Las Vegas stem cell scam

This Nov. 28 photo shows Alfred Sapse making a statement to the media after leaving the Lloyd George Federal Courthouse in Las Vegas.

http://www.rgj.com/viewart/20130924/NEWS07/309240066/Unlicensed-doctor-gets-prison-Las-Vegas-stem-cell-scam

Convicted stem cell schemer, 87, called 'modern-day Dr. Frankenstein,' sentenced in Las Vegas

This Nov. 28, 2012 photo shows Alfred Sapse making a statement to the media after leaving the Lloyd George Federal Courthouse in Las Vegas.

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Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

Eight inmates being transported from by a private prison company escaped in Oklahoma when their guards stopped to take at least one prisoner into a hospital.

http://www.abc6.com/story/23520589/unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-in-vegas-stem-cell-scam

Heart Stem Cells, LVAD May Avoid Transplants

Statistics from the Department of Health and Human Services reveal that an average of 18 people dies waiting for organ transplants each day.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/22932358/heart-stem-cells-lvad-may-avoid-transplants

Unlicensed doc gets prison in Vegas stem cell scam

An 87-year-old unlicensed physician was sentenced Tuesday to 17A1 2 years in federal prison for heading a stem cell scam in Las Vegas that prosecutors said preyed on terminally ill patients and exposed them to risky placenta implant procedures.

http://www.wflx.com/story/23520589/unlicensed-doc-gets-prison-in-vegas-stem-cell-scam

Convicted stem cell schemer, 87, called 'modern-day Dr. Frankenstein,' sentenced in Las Vegas

This Nov. 28, 2012 photo shows Alfred Sapse making a statement to the media after leaving the Lloyd George Federal Courthouse in Las Vegas.

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59 Years for Cooley's Anemia Foundation: Launches 'Council of...

The Foundation, the only national non-profit dedicated solely to the genetic blood disorder thalassemia, is working to perfect stem cell and gene therapy as a potential cure to the disorder.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11145856.htm

National Cancer Institute Awards $48.6 Million Grant to MD Anderson

Broad, deep and outstanding research in cancer science, treatment and prevention have earned The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center a $48.6-million, five-year grant from the National Cancer Institute and an "exceptional" ranking, the highest possible, from the NCI's extensive peer-review process.

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Man Sentenced In Stem Cell Scam

Alfred Sapse, an 87 year old man who prosecutors say conspired with a doctor to take money from chronically ill patients for a phony stem cell procedure has been sentenced to a 17 year prison term and was ordered to pay a million dollars restitution.

http://lasvegas.cbslocal.com/2013/09/24/man-sentenced-in-stem-cell-scam/

National Cancer Institute awards $48.6 million grant to MD Anderson

Broad, deep and outstanding research in cancer science, treatment and prevention have earned The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center a $48.6-million, five-year grant from the National Cancer Institute and an "exceptional" ranking, the highest possible, from the NCI's extensive peer-review process.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/uotm-nci092413.php

Neostem: A Multi-Faceted Stem Cell Sector Play

In the stem cell sector, very few companies provide an opportunity to invest in both multiple therapies as well as the entire industry as a whole, yet one company which has managed to provide just this is that of Neostem .

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Disease-Specific Human Embryonic Stem Cell Lines Placed on NIH Registry

... processes. 'This is a huge milestone for King's, and will allow us to make a major contribution to global stem cell research by having these stem cell lines available to scientists in the USA. 'These research-grade stem cell lines are essential not ...

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130924122815.htm

Leading Stem Cell Clinic in California, TeleHealth, Now Offering 3...

The premier California stem cell therapy clinic, TeleHealth, is now offering 3 different stem cell treatments that are predominantly covered by insurance.

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The side effects of cancer treatment can become permanent glitches

Sara was treated for multiple myeloma in the mid-90s and had a stem cell transplant seven years ago.

http://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2013/09/side-effects-cancer-treatment-permanent-glitches.html

Petri dish brain reignites embryonic stem cell debate

... brain that produces fluid that cushions the cortex), and eye tissue. While those who support embryonic stem cell research will sometimes admit that embryos are, at the very least, potential persons, they often take the utilitarian view that the ...

http://www.worldmag.com/2013/09/petri_dish_brain_reignites_embryonic_stem_cell_debate

Disease-specific human embryonic stem cell lines placed on NIH registry

... processes. 'This is a huge milestone for King's, and will allow us to make a major contribution to global stem cell research by having these stem cell lines available to scientists in the USA. 'These research-grade stem cell lines are essential not ...

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Bone Marrow Drives

Lymphoma Society, Be The Match and local Santa Barbara families hosts a series of bone marrow drives to help two women that need a bone marrow transplant.

http://www.independent.com/news/2013/sep/23/bone-marrow-drives/

Image of the Week: Artful arches from Stanford's Art Exhibit Extravaganza 2013

... on camera, and in doing so, created one of twelve works of art recently on display at the Lorry I. Lokey Stem Cell Research Building . The event , called Art Exhibit Extravaganza 2013, was the Stanford University Postdoctoral Association's first art ...

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Traders Recap - Decision Diagnostics Corp (OTCBB:DECN), Advanced Cell ...

The Team of advisers at Capital Equity Report are committed to bringing you stock picks that are noteworthy and priced at a great value.

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Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

In this photo released by Harvard University, Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates, right, talks with David Rubenstein, left, co-chairman of Harvard's capital campaign, during the campaign launch at the Sanders Theatre on campus at Harvard Saturday, Sept.

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Disease-specific human embryonic stem cell lines from King's College London placed on NIH Registry

... processes. 'This is a huge milestone for King's, and will allow us to make a major contribution to global stem cell research by having these stem cell lines available to scientists in the USA. 'These research-grade stem cell lines are essential not ...

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/kcl-dhe092413.php

Achieving Commercial Success to Benefit Patients Highlighted at the...

The 2013 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa and its Regenerative Medicine Partnering Forum, the largest gathering of companies, major research institutions and thought leaders in the sector, will feature a candid exchange in the plenary session among senior pharmaceutical and biotech execs regarding the near term prospects for therapeutic breakthroughs.

http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/achieving-commercial-success-benefit-patients-highlighted-third-annual-stem-cell-meeting-1834041.htm

Search for cure as Lucy (5) battles aggressive cancer

Family and friends in Portadown and in the Scottish town of Kirriemuir are praying for the complete healing of Lucy Wright who has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of childhood cancer.

http://www.portadowntimes.co.uk/news/local-news/search-for-cure-as-lucy-5-battles-aggressive-cancer-1-5520482

Verastem Initiates Trial of Defactinib in Japan

Verastem, Inc. , focused on discovering and developing drugs to treat cancer by the targeted killing of cancer stem cells, today announced the initiation of a Phase 1 trial of defactinib , a potent inhibitor of focal adhesion kinase , in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors.

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The Future is in Israeli Hands

The rituals that accompany the Jewish festival of Sukkot almost require us to have an extra pair of hands.

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Verastem Initiates Trial of Defactinib in Japan

FAK is a pathway critical for the growth and survival of cancer stem cells and the study marks the launch of Verastem's development efforts in Japan.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130924005195/en/Verastem-Initiates-Trial-Defactinib-Japan

Discovery of novel way gene controls stem cell self-renewal

Main Category: Lymphoma / Leukemia / Myeloma Also Included In: Transplants / Organ Donations ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 27 Aug 2013 - 1:00 PDT Stem cell scientists at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have discovered the gene GATA3 has a role in how blood stem cells renew themselves, a finding that advances the quest to expand these cells ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265243.php

Verastem Initiates Trial of Defactinib in Japan

Verastem, Inc. , focused on discovering and developing drugs to treat cancer by the targeted killing of cancer stem cells, today announced the initiation of a Phase 1 trial of defactinib , a potent inhibitor of focal adhesion kinase , in Japanese patients with advanced solid tumors.

http://www.businesswire.com/news/topix/20130924005192/en

Objects Clause And Exclusion From Patentability - Are Biotech...

The Australian Patent Office has released a consultation paper which seeks public comment on the proposed amendments to the Australian Patents Act 1990 to introduce an object clause and a patentability exclusion to prevent the commercialisation of inventions that would be "wholly offensive to the Australian public".

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/objects-clause-and-exclusion-from-patent-91341/

Scripps stem cell research benefits local man

When newly diagnosed Parkinson's patient Eric Robertson found out about a nonembryonic stem cell research project at Scripps Research Institute three years ago, he said he wanted to be first in line.

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Become an Advocate for Science: Join the AIBS Legislative Action Center

... how to conserve biodiversity, how to mitigate climate change, or under what circumstances to permit stem cell research. Scientists now have the opportunity to help elected officials understand these issues. These exciting new advocacy tools allows ...

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Arizona Doctor Helps Parkinson's Patient with Stem Cells from Fat

Sep. 23, 2013 - SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Stem cells have come a long way since being discovered in the late 1970's and Dr. Todd Malan founder of Innovative Cosmetic Surgery Center and The Center for Regenerative Cell Medicine in Scottsdale, Arizona is just one of a small group of physicians participating in groundbreaking adult stem cell research in ... (more)

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Protecting specific area of the brain during radiation therapy substantially reduces memory loss

Results of the Phase II clinical trial of patients with brain metastases are being presented today at the American Society for Radiation Oncology annual meeting.

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Killer cells trained on leukemia may protect some people

Echoes of past encounters with leukemia flow through the veins of people who have never suffered from the disease, a study suggests.

http://www.sciencenews.org/view/generic/id/353487/description/Killer_cells_trained_on_leukemia_may_protect_some_people

Protecting Specific Area of the Brain During Radiation Therapy...

Sept. 23, 2013. Protecting the stem cells that reside in and around the hippocampus - a C-shaped area in the temporal lobe on both sides of the brain associated with the ability to form and store memories - substantially reduces the rate of cancer patients' memory loss during whole-brain radiotherapy without a significant risk of recurrence in that ... (more)

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Don't bin that tooth - it could be a lifesaver

A number of local dentists are among the first in Northern Ireland to offer a pioneering procedure that could treat disorders such as Parkinson's, diabetes, MS and Alzheimer's.

http://www.portadowntimes.co.uk/news/local-news/don-t-bin-that-tooth-it-could-be-a-lifesaver-1-5509174

Next generation serum-free neural media supplement from AMSBIO

Developed as an alternative to B27 * - GS21 from AMSBIO is a next generation serum-free neural media supplement, based on the formulation of NS21 Supplement, designed to improve the overall growth and performance of primary neurons.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130923/Next-generation-serum-free-neural-media-supplement-from-AMSBIO.aspx

Nerve Repair And Regeneration Market By Xenografts (Conduits,...

The nerve repair and regeneration market was worth $4.1 billion in 2012 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.5% in the next five years, primarily due to technological advancements and favorable reimbursement policies.

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The Link between Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Growth in Space

... of Health (NIH) have played a part in this endeavor with their research. NIH maintains a data- based of stem cell research and publications and NASA has had several flight missions with stem cell payloads. Research has proven that adult stem cells ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/the-link-between-regenerative-medicine-and-stem-cell-growth-space?cid=rss

ReNeuron Group plc (RENE) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review - New Market Research Report

Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review provides you an in-depth strategic SWOT analysis of the company's businesses and operations.

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Bioheart Boosts Team With Regulatory, Finance And Administrative Expertise

Sep. 23, 2013 - SUNRISE, Fla. -- Bioheart, a leader in developing stem cell therapies to treat cardiovascular diseases, has expanded its team by adding three key strategic positions with regulatory, finance and administrative expertise.

http://www.prlog.org/12214858-bioheart-boosts-team-with-regulatory-finance-and-administrative-expertise.html

Protecting specific area of the brain during radiation therapy substantially reduces memory loss

Sept. 23, 2013. Protecting the stem cells that reside in and around the hippocampus - a C-shaped area in the temporal lobe on both sides of the brain associated with the ability to form and store memories - substantially reduces the rate of cancer patients' memory loss during whole-brain radiotherapy without a significant risk of recurrence in that ... (more)

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/uomm-psa092313.php

Cellular Therapy and the HSCT/Cord Blood Market Landscape Report:...

... seeking to navigate this space are provided. Presented in this Report -- Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research Activity in the US -- Sales of Commercial Products and Services in Stem Cell/Regenerative Medicine Sectors -- Breakout of Spending ...

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Missing immune response may prove a vital link for new leukaemia treatments

Patients suffering from leukaemia could have their immune system engineered to fight the disease, after scientists at the University of Birmingham discovered that they lacked an immune response to a certain class of proteins which could be restored through stem cell transplants.

http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=266385

George C. Ford wrote a new blog post: State OKs financial incentives for Coralville, Marion projects

... Technologies of Coralville through the Iowa Innovation Acceleration Fund. CET, which specializes in stem cell research, tissue engineering and cancer biology, plans to work on discovering, developing and licensing its preclinical drug assets for ...

http://thegazette.com/2013/09/23/state-oks-financial-incentives-for-coralville-marion-projects/

How 'bad' cholesterol causes atherosclerosis in humans: Stem cells play a key role

Cimato says the research opens up a potential new approach to preventing heart attack and stroke.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-09-bad-cholesterol-atherosclerosis-humans-stem.html

Bioheart, Inc. Announces Agreement With Invitrx, Inc. to License Adipose Derived Stem Cells

Bioheart, Inc. , a biotech company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of autologous cell therapies for the treatment of chronic and acute heart damage as well as severe peripheral vascular disease announces that it has entered into an agreement with Invitrx Therapeutics to license their adipose derived stem cell products.

http://www.biospace.com/news_story.aspx?StoryID=309425&full=1

Texas funds biotechnology center

... at both institutions to position the Center for Cell and Organ Biotechnology as a world leader in adult stem cell research, organ transplantation, and personalized medicine." "We are grateful to Governor Rick Perry and the State of Texas for the ...

http://www.mt-vernon.com/news/txleg/10478-texas-funds-biotechnology-center.html

Update on WARF Stem Cell Patent Challenge

As reported in my July 8, 2013 post , Consumer Watchdog and the Public Patent Foundation asked the Federal Circuit to determine if in vitro cultured human embryonic stem cells are patent-eligible.

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/update-on-warf-stem-cell-patent-challeng-05851/

Biotech Chimerix Lock-Up Expiration

Chimerix, Inc , a biopharmaceutical firm, is rapidly approaching the end of the 180 day lockup period following its April 11 IPO.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1708162-biotech-chimerix-lock-up-expiration?source=feed

How 'bad' cholesterol causes atherosclerosis in humans: Stem cells play a key role

Study translates to humans a finding previously shown in lab animals that could lead to new therapy to use with statins or in place of them BUFFALO, N. Y. -- University at Buffalo translational researchers are developing a richer understanding of atherosclerosis in humans, revealing a key role for stem cells that promote inflammation.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/uab-hc092313.php

Penny Stocks Intraday Alert - OncoSec Medical Inc(OTCMKTS:ONCS),...

Hot Shot Stock Alerts is a market and commodities news and marketing web service, providing investing news, business news, headline news, news alerts, personal finance, stock market, and press releases.

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Avoiding Specific Region of Brain During Whole-Brain Radiotherapy Prevents Memory Loss

Atlanta, September 23, 2013-Limiting the amount of radiation absorbed in the hippocampal portion of the brain during whole-brain radiotherapy for brain metastases preserves memory function in patients for up to six months after treatment, according to research presented today at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's 55th Annual Meeting.

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Iowa Innovation Acceleration Fund to Support Coralville's Cellular Engineering Technologies

... was awarded a loan amount of $300,000 through the Iowa Innovation Acceleration Fund. CET specializes in stem cell research, tissue engineering and cancer biology. The company is seeking to take its organization to the next level by executing its ...

http://thegazette.com/2013/09/23/iowa-innovation-acceleration-fund-to-support-coralvilles-cellular-engineering-technologies/

Avoiding specific region of brain during whole-brain radiotherapy prevents memory loss

Atlanta, September 23, 2013-Limiting the amount of radiation absorbed in the hippocampal portion of the brain during whole-brain radiotherapy for brain metastases preserves memory function in patients for up to six months after treatment, according to research presented today at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's 55th Annual Meeting.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-09/asfr-asr092213.php

Towards a Stem Cell Therapy for Periodontitis

Do you want to live a longer life in good health? Simple practices can make some difference, such as exercise or calorie restriction.

https://www.fightaging.org/archives/2013/09/towards-a-stem-cell-therapy-for-periodontitis.php

Norwalk Hospital Hosts Bone Marrow Drive Monday

The Norwalk Hospital is offering residents the chance to save the lives of those battling leukemia, lymphoma and dozens of other blood diseases with a bone marrow drive Monday.

http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/norwalk-hospital-hosts-bone-marrow-drive-monday

Stem cell reprogramming made easier

Left column: Previous method for creating induced pluripotent stem cells ; right column: iPSCs produced with the new method developed by Dr. Hanna.

http://www.kurzweilai.net/stem-cell-reprogramming-made-easier

Stem cell function, self-renewal, and behavioral heterogeneity of...

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Notch signaling is necessary to maintain quiescence in adult muscle stem cells.

Satellite cells are myogenic stem cells found in skeletal muscle that function to repair tissue damaged by injury or disease.

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The Role of Satellite Cells and Stem Cells in Muscle Regeneration

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Missing immune response may prove a vital link for new leukaemia treatments

Patients suffering from leukaemia could have their immune system engineered to fight the disease, after scientists at the University of Birmingham discovered that they lacked an immune response to a certain class of proteins which could be restored through stem cell transplants.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266385.php

Linda Ronstadt confronts Parkinson's disease

These days, it's hard for Linda Ronstadt to get around without her forearm crutches.

http://www.telegram.com/article/20130923/NEWS/309239989/1312

Leading Stem Cell Clinic in California, TeleHealth, Now Offering 3...

The premier California stem cell therapy clinic, TeleHealth, is now offering 3 different stem cell treatments that are predominantly covered by insurance.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/californiastemcelltherapy/plateletrichplasma/prweb11148940.htm

UC Davis stem cell researcher warns consumers to beware of unproven or dangerous stem cell treatments

... now being offered have resulted in deaths and injuries. Other unpleasant issues arise as well in stem cell research, including the tendency of some stem cells to generate cancer cells, and Knoepfler wants to talk about them. "Too often in the ...

http://www.sacbee.com/2013/09/15/5736360/uc-davis-stem-cell-researcher.html#mi_rss=Health%20and%20Medicine

Amber Alert Pending - Missing Abducted Child Brooke Wells Aka "Kanani"

Brooke Stephanie Wells, 11, pictured here at Legoland in August, 2013, is now classified as a Missing Person after her mother, Sandi Wells, allegedly abducted the child aka "Kanani" who'd just begun 6th grade at La Costa Heights elementary school in Carlsbad, CA.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/3069924/posts

Harvard University asks donors to provide $7.7b

Harvard University launched a US$6.5 billion campaign yesterday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/education/news/article.cfm?c_id=35&objectid=11128537&ref=rss

Image of the Week: Artful arches from Stanford's Art Exhibit Extravaganza 2013

... on camera, and in doing so, created one of twelve works of art recently on display at the Lorry I. Lokey Stem Cell Research Building . The event , called Art Exhibit Extravaganza 2013, was the Stanford University Postdoctoral Association's first art ...

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A tentative deal has been reached in a New York court fight over the will of a reclusive Montana copper mining heiress that would give more than $30 million of her $300-million estate to her distant relatives, a person familiar with the case said Saturday.

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... in this WaPo piece about the Obama administration's recent decision to allow federal funding of embryonic stem cell research: Really now? A decision fund embryo-destroying stem cell research by taking taxpayer dollars from millions of people that ...

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Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

In this photo released by Harvard University, Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates, right, talks with David Rubenstein, left, co-chairman of Harvard's capital campaign, during the campaign launch at the Sanders Theatre on campus at Harvard Saturday, Sept.

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Harvard Launches $6.5 Billion Capital Campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://www.newsmax.com/US/harvard-capital-campaign/2013/09/22/id/527024

My Life is Now

... now, and to focus on what I can do, rather than what I cannot. Yes, there are hopeful signs, involving stem cell research and modifications to the immune system. On the horizon are possible genetic breakthroughs. Yet the chances are slim to none ...

http://www.philly.com/philly/news/local/20130922_My_Life_is_Now.html

Linda Ronstadt confronts Parkinson's disease

The debilitating effects of Parkinson's disease require her to relax for a few minutes before starting an interview.

http://cjonline.com/news/2013-09-21/linda-ronstadt-confronts-parkinsons-disease

Harvard launches record $6.5B capital campaign

In this Aug. 30, 2012, file photo, people are led on a tour on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass.

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/09/22/ivy-green-harvard-launches-65b-capital-campaign/

Stem cells: Down's syndrome link to ageing

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Leukemia survivor meets his stem cell donor for first time

Mike Ansley, right, hugs his "blood brother" David Gaumond as they meet for the first time at the Adult Blood & Marrow Transplant Patient Reunion, hosted by the Duke Adult Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplantation Program at the downtown Marriott in Durham on Saturday, Sept.

http://www.heraldsun.com/news/showcase/x1435697085/Leukemia-survivor-meets-his-stem-cell-donor-for-first-time

Discovery of novel way gene controls stem cell self-renewal

Main Category: Lymphoma / Leukemia / Myeloma Also Included In: Transplants / Organ Donations ; Stem Cell Research Article Date: 27 Aug 2013 - 1:00 PDT Stem cell scientists at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have discovered the gene GATA3 has a role in how blood stem cells renew themselves, a finding that advances the quest to expand these cells ... (more)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265243.php

Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130921/business/709219838/

Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

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Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

The school said the campaign had broad goals spanning all its schools and would fund research into neuroscience, stem cell science and low-cost energy for the developing world.

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Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

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Harvard Launches $6.5 Billion Capital Campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/harvard-launches-65-billion-capital-campaign-20328964

Harvard launches $US6.5 bn capital bid

HARVARD University has launched a $US6.5 billion capital campaign that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/world/harvard-launches-us65-bn-capital-bid/story-e6frfkui-1226724549125?from=public_rss

Confirmed by science: You really can change your DNA - and here's how

If you believe that you are at the mercy of your genetic code, great news, you're not.

http://www.naturalnews.com/042157_DNA_transformation_science_epigenetics.html

Harvard Launches Potential Record-Setting Fundraising Campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

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Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

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Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://www.publicopiniononline.com/nation-world/ci_24147240/harvard-launches-6-5-billion-capital-campaign

Harvard launches $6.5 billion capital campaign

Harvard University launched a $6.5 billion capital campaign Saturday that, if successful, would be the largest fundraising effort in the history of higher education.

http://www.wtop.com/289/3459731/Harvard-launches-65-billion-capital-campaign

Progressives name Roman Catholics potential terrorists

... Are you angry that your bottom line was harmed, as you are now using those newly culled fetuses for stem cell research? It was you who turned that around just weeks after Obama was elected, and I saw the profit that reversal produced in those ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/progressives-name-roman-catholics-potential-terrorists?cid=rss

Flatworms Recall Familiar Environs, Even after Losing Their Heads

The flatworms known as planarians are neuroscience darlings. Their centralized brain, complex sensory abilities and rapid regenerative capacities make these nonparasitic worms ideal for studying the mechanisms that regulate stem cell function, neuronal development and limb regrowth.

http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=flatworms-recall-familiar-environs-even-after-losing-their-heads

Objects Clause And Exclusion From Patentability - Are Biotech...

The Australian Patent Office has released a consultation paper which seeks public comment on the proposed amendments to the Australian Patents Act 1990 to introduce an object clause and a patentability exclusion to prevent the commercialisation of inventions that would be "wholly offensive to the Australian public".

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/objects-clause-and-exclusion-from-patent-91341/

Super Strength Immune Cells Fighting Cancer

What if the cure for cancer could be found in the body's own immune system, with a little help from modern science? Now a new clinical trial is giving patients hope.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/23114714/super-strength-immune-cells-fighting-cancer

Barry gives amazing gift with precious life-saving donation

IT is three months until Christmas but Barry Wood has just given someone the greatest present ever - the gift of life.

http://www.hawick-news.co.uk/news/local-headlines/barry-gives-amazing-gift-with-precious-life-saving-donation-1-3102074

Would you do this for your spouse?

Looking for a way to support his wife Linda VanderSchaaf-Nolan, who is currently battling Multiple Myeloma cancer, Mike Nolan decided to walk her walk and go hairless.

http://www.baytoday.ca/content/news/details.asp?c=53585

Life's challenges came early

That's because Nadalyn has learned to think like an adult and to use all resources to overcome difficulty.

http://www.tnonline.com/2013/sep/20/lifes-challenges-came-early

Latest Developments on Advanced Cell Technology Inc

... cell technology for regenerative medicine. The Company has portfolio of patents in embryonic and adult stem cell research. To find out what ChartPoppers projects for Advanced Cell Technology, Inc. for both short term and long term please click here: ...

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/latest-developments-on-advanced-cell-technology-inc-otcbbactc-336058.htm

Linda Ronstadt On Living With Parkinson's Disease

The debilitating effects of Parkinson's disease require her to relax for a few minutes before starting an interview.

http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2013/09/20/linda-ronstadt-on-living-with-parkinsons-disease/

Modeling neurological diseases using patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells.

... Reprogramming of somatic cells to an embryonic-like state has dramatically changed the landscape of stem cell research. Although still in its formative stages, the field of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) has the potential to advance the ...

http://www.citeulike.org/user/carelcad/article/9257030

Linda Ronstadt confronts Parkinson's disease

NEW YORK -- These days, it's hard for Linda Ronstadt to get around without her forearm crutches.

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Update on WARF Stem Cell Patent Challenge

As reported in my July 8, 2013 post , Consumer Watchdog and the Public Patent Foundation asked the Federal Circuit to determine if in vitro cultured human embryonic stem cells are patent-eligible.

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/update-on-warf-stem-cell-patent-challeng-05851/

Insiders Are Selling Raptor Pharmaceuticals

In this article, I will feature one healthcare company that has seen intensive insider selling during the last 30 days.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1705512-insiders-are-selling-raptor-pharmaceuticals?source=feed

Linda Ronstadt on living with Parkinson's disease

Musician Linda Ronstadt accepts the Trailblazer award onstage during the 2008 ALMA Awards at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium Aug. 17, 2008, in Pasadena, Calif.

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Become an Advocate for Science: Join the AIBS Legislative Action Center

... how to conserve biodiversity, how to mitigate climate change, or under what circumstances to permit stem cell research. Scientists now have the opportunity to help elected officials understand these issues. These exciting new advocacy tools allows ...

http://www.aibs.org/public-policy-reports/2013_09_09.html#033453?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AIBSPublicPolicyReports+%28AIBS+Public+Policy+Reports%29

Kristiina Vuori Joins California Breast Cancer Research Council

LA JOLLA, Calif., September 20, 2013 - Kristiina Vuori, M.D., Ph.D., president and interim CEO of Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute , has been named to the California Breast Cancer Research Council, the official advisory body for the California Breast Cancer Research Program .

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Screening Drug-Induced Arrhythmia Events Using Human Induced...

... University of California, Davis, CA (D.M.B.). Correspondence to Joseph C. Wu, MD, PhD, Lorry I. Lokey Stem Cell Research Bldg, 265 Campus Dr, Room G1120B, Stanford, CA 94305-5454. E-mail Background- Drug-induced arrhythmia is one of the most common ...

http://circ.ahajournals.org/content/128/11_suppl_1/S3.short?rss=1

Linda Ronstadt confronts Parkinson's disease

These days, it's hard for Linda Ronstadt to get around without her forearm crutches.

http://www.khou.com/entertainment/Linda-Ronstadt-confronts-Parkinsons-disease-224567431.html

Father's legacy prompts blood and bone marrow drive at Islamic Center of Midland

The memory of a family's patriarch has prompted a blood and bone marrow registry drive, the first of its kind at the Islamic Center of Midland.

http://www.mlive.com/news/saginaw/index.ssf/2013/09/fathers_legacy_prompts_blood_a.html