| Description |
xiv, 130 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm. |
| Series |
Very short introduction ; 303 |
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Very short introductions ; 303.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 122-124) and index. |
| Contents |
What are stem cells? -- Embryonic stem cells -- Personalized pluripotent stem cells -- Potential therapies using pluripotent stem cells -- Tissue-specific stem cells -- Current therapy with tissue specific stem cells -- Realistic and unrealistic expectations. |
| Summary |
In this book the author introduces us to stem cells, explaining what they are, what scientists do with them, why they are important, what stem therapies are available and how they might be used in the future. |
| Subject |
Stem cells.
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| ISBN |
9780199603381 paperback |
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0199603383 paperback |
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