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Harnessing the Power of Stem Cells for Discovery and Therapy

Type: Presentation

Description:
Stem cells are cells that can self-renew and differentiate into many cell types. In adults, stem cells can only be found in specific organs, such as hematopoietic stem cells in bone marrow that regenerate your blood cells. However, many organs (e.g., heart and pancreas) do not have stem cells. But your doctor may still be able to use stem cells to cure diseases like diabetes or heart failure in the future. But how? Dr. Wang will tell you stories about individualized pluripotent stem cells that can be coaxed into all types of adult cells including cardiomyocytes and pancreatic cells.

Presented by:

  • Yuan wang, Assistant Prof., Animal Science, MSU

Ages: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Middle school age, High school age, Over 21 years only

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Plant and Animal Sciences
  • STEAM Expo Days 120
  • Hands-on Science 80

Time and Location

  • 4/1/2023 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility First Floor South Wing

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