Wednesday, April 09, 2008

Joslin study identifies gene involved in blood stem cell replication, movement

Source: Joslin Diabetes Center
Date: April 9, 2008

Summary:

Researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center have identified a gene that is responsible for the division and movement of marrow-derived, blood-forming stem cells, a finding that could have major implications for the future of bone marrow and blood cell transplantation.