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Nature 406, 361-364 (27 July 2000) | doi:10.1038/35019186
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Stem cells — hype and hope
Ron McKay
Abstract
Studies of stem cells will help in understanding the development and function of organs in mammals. They may also offer a way of treating diseases ranging from liver failure to Parkinson's disease.
Politicians, journalists, patients... it seems as though everyone is talking about stem cells. Why all the fuss?
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