Researchers devised a process to convert a skin cell directly into a neuron, eliminating the need to generate induced pluripotent stem cells. Such neurons could be used to treat spinal cord injuries ...

A stem cell therapy trial aimed at reducing neuroinflammation in patients with presymptomatic Alzheimer's disease is underway at UTHealth Houston.

An international team of researchers has identified a significant genetic link to Parkinson’s disease, uncovering rare ...

Scientists at a technology company said Sunday they have created human embryos through cloning, drawing criticism from President Bush and lawmakers and raising new ethical questions. Advanced Cell ...

Brain Mapping Breakthrough Offers New Insights into Alzheimer's DiseaseResearchers from The University of Texas at Arlington ...

Patients' own stem cells to replace damaged dopamine cells in Parkinson’s disease, offering new hope. Parkinson's disease - ...

A mother has banked her newborn's umbilical cord stem cells after her colleague died from leukaemia. Natalie Harrop, from Newport, was prompted to take this step after the death of a work colleague ...

A recently launched Phase 1 clinical trial is examining the safety and feasibility of a groundbreaking treatment approach for Parkinson's disease in which a patient's stem cells are reprogrammed to ...

A team of scientists has revealed a breakthrough discovery, linking genetic variants in the gene ITSN1 to a significantly el ...