Regenerative Medicine
Regenerative Medicine
Scientists use stem cells to regenerate heart tissue
Andre Terzic and colleagues have used embryonic stem cells to regenerate heart tissue in order to treat the congenital defect dilated cardiomyopathy. ... Continue Reading
Cure for deafness moves closer to reality
Scientists have moved a step closer to developing a cure for deafness after managing to grow cells fundamental to hearing in mammals. ... Continue Reading
Umbilical cells could improve hepatic function, study shows
A group of researchers has discovered that mononuclear blood cells taken from an umbilical cord are an effective alternative to bone marrow in hepatic diseases. ... Continue Reading
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Announces New Executive Officers
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M; www.worldhealth.net) is among the fastest growing medical societies in the world today. Since its inception in 1992, the A4M has been a major force in advancing the anti-aging clinical medical specialty worldwide. Joseph C. Maroon, M.D., a board certified Professor and Vice Chairman of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience, joins the A4M as Senior Vice President. The A4M has appointed Nicholas A. DiNubile, MD, an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and author of the bestselling book, "FrameWork- Your 7 Step Program for Healthy Muscles, Bones & Joints," to serve as Vice President. ... Continue Reading
Tapping Into the Code of Life With Science: Finding Cures with Science to Live Longer
In the 20th century, human life expectancy grew by 30 years, according to scientists. That's the biggest life span boost, greater than in the previous 5,000 years combined. In part we have medical breakthroughs like penicillin and vaccines to thank. Another huge factor is that childbirth became much safer. Robert Lanza, the chief scientific officer of Advanced Cell Technology in Worcester, Mass., believes further advancements in health and science will continue that pattern through the 21st century and beyond. "We're really on the beginning of a new medical revolution. I think with new technologies -- going in and using the stem cells that we were starting to develop -- you could prolong lives to several hundred years," said Lanza. ... Continue Reading
First Masters Program in Anti-Aging Medicine
An Indonesian university has won the accolade of being the first in the world to offer a Masters program in anti-aging medicine. ... Continue Reading
Stem cells may reduce transplants
Scientists have been looking at ways liver disease could be treated using embryonic stem cells, reducing the need for transplantation. ... Continue Reading
Pittsburgh powder performs finger 'miracle'
A remarkable medical occurrence in the USA has sparked hopes that regenerative technology can be taken to new levels. ... Continue Reading
Menstrual blood may have place in regenerative medicine
Blood produced during the menstrual cycle may prove to be a useful source of stem cells for regenerative medicine, new research has revealed. ... Continue Reading
Science Finding Ways to Regrow Fingers
Researchers are trying to find ways to regrow fingers - and someday, even limbs - with tricks that sound like magic spells from a Harry Potter novel. There's the guy who sliced off a fingertip but grew it back, after he treated the wound with an extract of pig bladder. And the scientists who grow extra arms on salamanders. And the laboratory mice with the eerie ability to heal themselves. ... Continue Reading
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