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Stem Cells and Macular Degeneration Stem cells and Macular Degeneration have been in the news quite a bit lately. Most recently, a reported human stem cell clinical trial may lead to a new treatment for non-neovascular age-related macular degeneration (NNAMD).  …

The Story of Sarah — Treating Autism with Stem Cells When talking about dental pulp stem cells, we often talk about the potential of stem cells in future medical therapies. As such, sometimes it can be easy to forget that stem …

Researchers take step toward using stem cells to repair spinal cord injuries Researchers at the University of California San Diego’s School of Medicine (UCSD) have taken a step toward using stem cells to repair spinal cord injuries, having successfully grafted human neural …

ALS Awareness Month May is ALS Awareness Month, and each year there is a month-long campaign to create awareness and raise money for research for a cure for ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease). 2018’s theme …

A special thanks to all who participated in the NDPL Twitter SciParty January 19th! NDPL Cell Biologist Matthew Wilgo had a great time hosting the NDPL SciParty. Much ground was covered, including a discussion of the different types of stem …

Chronic lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention. Studies indicate that 8 out of 10 Americans will likely experience low back pain during their lives. Annually, the costs associated with chronic low back …