February 27, 2013
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Scientists are examining a line of “immortal” swine cells that can differentiate into liver cells. These cells could be part of an artificial liver device, which could reduce the need for liver transplants. Continue reading
Share on FacebookFebruary 25, 2013
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For decades scientists around the world have attempted to regenerate primary liver cells known as hepatocytes because of their numerous biomedical applications, including hepatitis research, drug metabolism and toxicity studies, as well as transplantat… Continue reading
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Researchers have devised a way to detect whether cells previously transplanted into a living animal are alive or dead, an innovation they say is likely to speed the development of cell replacement therapies for conditions such as liver failure and type… Continue reading
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Researchers have identified a useful biomarker to detect early disorders leading to liver cancer and as a potential therapeutic target. Continue reading
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Half of all Americans may be diabetic or prediabetic by 2020, a report from an insurance company warned Tuesday. That’s an even bleaker projection than the Centers for Disease Control’s recent estimate that one in three Americans would have diabetes by 2050. Continue reading
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