Stem Cells and Liver

ScienceDaily (Nov. 17, 2008) — A novel protein marker has been found that identifies rare adult liver stem cells, whose ability to regenerate injured liver tissue has the potential for cell-replacement therapy. For the first time, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine led by Linda Greenbaum, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology, have demonstrated that cells expressing the marker can differentiate into both liver cells and cells that line the bile duct.


http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/11/081112113710.htm

[bajawoman]

that is truly amazing seems they are doing many studies sounds like the future will be much brighter for many and doesn't seem too far off  I am a believer in stem cell research  great stuff   thanks for posting it
Baja

[Rockerforlife]

Not a problem.