Science and Discovery

Stem Cells

2 articles

Microscopic view of glowing mesenchymal stem cells initiating healing within a damaged nervous system, symbolizing hope for autoimmune disease treatment.
Cosmos & Space

Mesenchymal stem cells show promise for autoimmune disease treatment

Two individuals with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) have been in remission for over 15 years following a single stem-cell transplant, according to Nature .

Aram Sarkisian·June 19, 2026
A detailed, glowing stem cell heart patch being applied to a human heart during a medical procedure, symbolizing hope and innovation in cardiac treatment.
Cosmos & Space

Stem cell heart patch increases heart wall thickness in patients

In a small clinical trial, patients with advanced heart failure who received a stem cell-based heart patch saw their heart wall thickness increase by 4.

Marcus Cole·May 28, 2026