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Human Stem Cell Manual: A Laboratory Guide

Book information

Publisher
Academic Press
Year
2007
ISBN
0123704650, 9780123704658
Open Library ID
OL7327379M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
23 MB (24333916 bytes)
Edition
1st
Pages
486\486
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

Stem cells are self-replicating and undifferentiated, meaning their function is not yet cell, tissue, or organ-specific. Due to the unique nature of these cells, research into their biology and function holds great promise for therapeutic applications through replacement or repair of diseased and damaged cells. This reader-friendly manual provides a practical "hands on" guide to the culture of human embryonic and somatic stem cells. By presenting methods for embryonic and adult lines side-by-side, the authors lay out an elegant and unique path to understanding the science of stem cell practice. The authors begin with a broad-based introduction to the field, and also review legal and regulatory issues and patents. Each experimental strategy is presented with an historical introduction, detailed method, discussion of alternative methods, and common pitfalls. This lab guide for researchers also serves as a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory courses.

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