Source: University of Manchester
Date: 18 October 2010
Summary:
Scientists have turned embryonic stem cells into the cells that produce cartilage, which could be used to repair damaged and diseased joints. The team, based at The University of Manchester and Central Manchester NHS Foundation Trust, hope this work will lead the way to the use of human embryonic stem cells to provide cheaper and more readily available treatments for joint diseases and that the principles can be developed for other chronic human conditions.
