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Published online 4 May 2001 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news010510-2

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True stem cell found?

Researchers have tracked down a multi-talented adult stem cell.

US researchers claim to have tracked down the 'true' stem cell in adult bone marrow -- one that has regenerative powers greater than any previously found. These multi-talented stem cells can sprout lung, skin, stomach and intestine cells in mice, they report1.

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