Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Human embryonic stem cells derived from preimplantation genetically diagnosed embryos

Source: Cell Press
Date: November 14, 2007

Summary:

Science Daily summarizes a Cell Press report that a human stem cell line derived from embryos that were identified by preimplantation genetic diagnosis to carry the mutation for fragile X syndrome has provided an unprecedented view of early events associated with this disease. In addition to giving scientists fresh insight into fragile X, results from this unique model system have emphasized the value of this new source of embryonic stem cells and may have a significant impact on the way that genetic diseases are studied in the future.