Here is some background information about stem cells. Scientists believe that stem cell research can be used to treat medical conditions including Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injury, stroke, ...

There are tens of trillions of cells in the human body, and new cells are constantly forming as older cells age and die. But sometimes, cell growth and replication doesn't stop when it should. These ...

Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited blood disorders. It causes red blood cells to take on a crescent (sickle) shape and become rigid. These cells can break apart easily, leading to anemia.

At a recent conference in Greece, a German researcher described his experience of being shouted down in his home country when he attempted to deliver an invited presentation on embryonic stem cells.

A June 26 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) claims an unsavory process is being used to create food products for consumers. “Did you know that lab grown meat is cultivated from animal cancer ...

Adult stem cells are already designated for a certain organ or tissue. Some adult stem cells can be coaxed into or be reprogrammed into turning into a different type of specialized cell within the ...