What are Stem Cells? Stem cells are cells from which all other cells in the body are created. Not only do they divide into new stem cells in a process of self-regeneration, but stem cells also...

A bit confused as to how that frozen cord blood and those stem cells go from the freezer to saving your life? You’re not alone. The mechanics of stem cell therapy is typically a...

Embryonic stem cell research has been given a boost with the approval of the first-time test of a stem cell medical treatment on human beings. The proponents of this type of research are hopeful that the...

Overview Despite recent advancements in stem cell research and the excitement generated regarding its potential use for human health and cell repair, stem cell research has evoked a flurry of controversy concerning both ethical issues and possible...

Stem cell research is a topic that has garnered much heated debate and stem cell controversy only seems to be growing. Rooted in medical, religious and political discussions, the use of stem cells- and in particular embryonic...

While there is no doubt that stem cells have the ability to help to heal, or cure, many diseases and genetic conditions, there is controversy about how stem cells are harvested and where this...

Stem cells are constantly in the news these days. Their use is being restricted. Stem cell research needs more funding. Stem cells may help cure a long list of diseases. But just what are...

An exciting development in the field of stem cell research is taking place at the University of Michigan where researchers have just received approval to start accepting donated human embryos for preparing the school's first human stem cell...