August 14, 2012

Human Embryos Frozen for 18 Years Yield Viable Stem Cells Suitable for Biomedical Research




Human Embryos Frozen for 18 Years Yield Viable Stem Cells Suitable for Biomedical Research

Even after being frozen for 18 years, human embryos can be thawed, grown in the laboratory, and successfully induced to produce human embryonic stem (ES) cells, which represent a valuable resource for drug screening and medical research.


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