As you start to learn about stem cells, one of the most common questions to have is, “What types of stem cells exist?” There is not an agreed-upon number of stem cell types, because one can classify stem cells either by differentiation potential (what they can turn into) or by origin (from where they are sourced). This post is dedicated to explaining the five types of stem cells, based on differentiation potential. [Read more…]
Hematopoietic Stem Cells (HSCs)
How to Find a Stem Cell Clinical Trial for Your Condition
Are you or a loved on suffering from arthritis, multiple sclerosis (MS), COPD, Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, or other chronic condition? If so, how do you find a stem cell clinical trial?
This article provides the answers, including links to find a clinical trials near you, as well as links to clinical trials for specific conditions.
ReeLabs: Cord Blood Banking in India (Population 1.4 Billion)
ReeLabs is a leading cord blood bank in India. Cord blood banking in this region is of historic importance, because India has an astounding population of 1.4 billion. Representing 18% of the global population, nearly one-in-five people lives in India, placing it head-to-head with China as the world’s most populous country. India’s population growth is fueled by a birth rate (19 births/1,000 population) that substantially exceeds its death rate (7.3 deaths/1,000 population).
If you’re involved with cord blood banking, then you need to pay attention to this enormous and rapidly growing consumer market. In this interview with Dr. Abhijit Bopardikar, Director of ReeLabs, he explains the rise of cord blood banking within India and discusses the importance of pairing stem cell therapy and research applications with stem cell storage services.
What Stem Cell Clinics Do You Trust?
This article explores leading stem cell centers within the U.S. and worldwide. Read on to learn about this emerging area of medicine. [Read more…]
The History of Cord Blood Transplantation
The history of cord blood banking is fascinating, because the service did not exist on a wide-spread basis until a few decades ago. Below, we introduce key historical events that have affected cord blood and cord tissue storage and how they could impact you, your family, or your investment portfolio.
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