Scientists create ‘mini-organs’ for the first time from human stem cells taken from wombs
Taking cells from amniotic fluid gets around regulations about taking stem cells directly from foetal tissue.
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Back to the future: Regenerating organs in the fight against shortages
With organs short in supply, scientists are working hard to develop treatments for organ malfunctions independent of human donors. One such example is the use of artificial organs developed with the help of stem cells.