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iPierian salvages new game plan after stem cell tech loses its sizzle
The biotech announced this morning that it will use its expertise in developing disease models using induced pluripotent stem cells to pursue two new antibody programs targeting the Tau protein and the Complement pathway, routes that could lead to new therapies for Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative ailments.
Stem cell therapy rescues child with marrow disease
After an injection of Pluristem's therapy, doctors saw boosted red and white blood cell levels in the girl, whose condition involves a scarcity of blood-forming stem cells, Reuters reported.
Stem cell/gene therapy holds HIV at bay in mouse trials
Scientists have successfully transplanted anti-HIV stem cells into mice that served as surrogates for infected patients. Bigger still, however, the process successfully expanded and safeguarded HIV-resistant immune cells, and the cells themselves kept growing even when confronted with the virus.
Lundbeckfond contributes to $25M B round for AlloCure's Phase II stem cell study
Lundbeckfond Ventures has stepped in to lead a $25 million venture round for AlloCure, a Burlington, MA-based stem cell company.
Bioethicist quits job at controversial stem cell outfit
He came, he saw, he quit. Bioethicist Glenn McGee has resigned from his post at stem cell company Celltex Therapeutics after just three months on the job. He announced his departure from the company...
