Tuesday, February 13, 2007

Mice cloned from skin stem cells

Source: CBC News
Date: February 13, 2007 | 11:02 AM ET

Summary:

CBC News Reports: "U.S. researchers said they have cloned mice using stem cells obtained from the rodents' skin, a new technique that could help researchers sidestep the ethical debates over embryonic stem-cell use." Research claim it will enable the development of adult stem cells with traits similar to embryonic stem cells, possibly leading to custom-made treatments for patients that avoid the risk of cells being rejected by the patient's immune system.