Stem Cells; Human Cells That Have the Ability to Develop Into Many Different Cell Types
Stem Cells Stem cells are cells with the potential to develop into many different types of cells in the body, such as brain cells, blood cells, and muscle cells, and serve as a repair system for the body. They are the body's raw materials; cells from which all other cells with specialized functions are generated. Stem cells replace specialized cells that are damaged or lost. Moreover, they can divide over and over again to produce new cells. They are defined as precursor cells that have the capacity to self-renew and to generate multiple mature cell types. Stem cells are a unique and powerful tool for research and medical treatments. These cells help understand human biology as well as develop new strategies for therapy. By creating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from the patient’s blood or bone marrow, researchers can study the characteristics of disease. They can also be used to test potential drugs. Moreover, they may help restore some functions, such as the heart...