Tissue stem cells
By: edited by Christopher Potten, Robert Clarke, Andrew Renehan.
Contributors: Potten, C. S., 1940-; Clarke, Robert 1964-; Renehan, Andrew G.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis; CRC Press
Published: 2006
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 403
ISBN-13: 9780824728991
Subjects: Stem cells.; Stem Cells.
Description: Tissue stem cells and their medical applications have become a major focus of research over the past decade. With 16 full-color illustrations, this reference provides a thorough and up-to-date overview of the current and emerging technologies for stem cell research and transplantation. Divided into three sections covering general issues, adult stem cells within specific tissues, and clinical applications, this source studies advances in bone marrow transplantation, cancer development modeling, tumor analysis, and gene therapy.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.