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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Yes, you can access Human Stem Cell Manual by Suzanne Peterson,Jeanne F. Loring,Robin L. Wesselschmidt,Philip H. Schwartz in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Medical Theory, Practice & Reference. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher

Academic Press

Year

2011

ISBN

9780080549880

Topic

Medicine

Subtopic

Medical Theory, Practice & Reference

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Foreword
Foreword
Preface
Preface
Preface
List of Contributors
Part I: Basic Methods in Stem Cell Culture
Part II: Characterization of Stem Cells
Part III: Differentiation of Human Embryonic Cells
Part IV: Genetic Manipulation of Stem Cells
Part V: Advanced Methods
Part VI: Setting up a Laboratory
Part VII: Stem Cells and Society
Abbreviations
Index