Japanese scientists claim stem cell discovery
New research could lead to faster and cheaper ways to grow tissue to treat illnesses such as diabetes.
31 Jan 2014
Scientists in Japan say there has been a breakthrough in stem cell research.
The development means there could be faster and cheaper ways to grow tissue to treat illnesses such as diabetes and Parkinson’s disease.
Al Jazeera’s Emma Haywood reports.
Source : Al Jazeera
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