The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine [1]has laid out a strategic plan to systematically explore the basic science of stem cell research while pursuing new therapies for some of the world's harshest ailments. As a result, the stem cell institute is warning against unrealistic expectations about quick miracle cures for Alzheimer's and other diseases like macular degeneration. New therapies are likely to take 10 years to develop. Some patient advocates, though, is criticizing the institute for a go-slow approach. Right now, the institute is being funded by loans from the state and others as it fights lawsuits over the $3 billion bond program intended to spur new advances.
- here's the repor [2]t on the institute from the San Jose Mercury New
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Links:
[1] http://www.fiercebiotech.com/search/node/+California+Institute+for+Regenerative+Medicine+
[2] http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/news/local/15678681.htm
[3] http://www.fiercebiotech.com/story/california-stem-cell-institute-open-for-business/2006-08-03
[4] http://www.fiercebiotech.com/story/wealthy-supporters-back-calif-stem-cell-research/2006-08-16