From the Anguish of the Stem Cell Controversy
October 7th, 2010
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Theresa “Tracy” Deisher may be best known for her recent contributions to the embryonic stem cell funding halt Read more…
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Archive for the ‘Stem Cell Technology’ Category
Updating Aastrom Biosciences (ASTM)
October 6th, 2010
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Roth Capital initiated coverage (10/5/10) of ASTM with a BUY ranking with a target price of $3.50. Read more…
Categories: Stem Cell Technology
GE Healthcare’s Human Cardiomyocyte Product Launches (GERN)
October 5th, 2010
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Geron/GE Healthcare has launched (10/5/10) the co-developed human cellular assay product human cardiomyocytes (heart muscle cells) Read more…
Categories: Human Cardiomyocyte Product Launches, Stem Cell Technology
Facilitating Development, International Stem Cell (ISCO.OB)
October 5th, 2010
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ISCO.OB has agreed on financial and structural terms for establishment of an Indian affiliate of ISCO India. Read more…
Categories: ISCO.OB, Stem Cell Technology
Preclinical Acute Kidney Injury Study, Cytori Therapeutics (CYTX)
October 5th, 2010
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Preclinical data was published 10/5/10 on research performed showing adipose (fat)-derived stem and regenerative cells (ADRCs), either fresh or banked, demonstrated statistically significant improvements Read more…
Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act Renewed
October 4th, 2010
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The House of Representatives, 10/4/10, passed the reauthorization of the Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act (HR 6081). The vote extends the provisions of the bill, Read more…
Promoting the Use of Haemopoietic Stem Cells (HSCs)
October 4th, 2010
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Australian scientists have have developed a super-thin and springy substance that mimics conditions inside the human body; that can promote the growth of haemopoietic stem cells (HSCs) on a lab plate. Read more…
Categories: Haemopoietic Stem Cells, Stem Cell Technology
More Legislation for Regenerative Medicine Research
October 3rd, 2010
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A pair of House lawmakers 9/30/10 introduced legislation designed to improve regenerative medical practices. Reps. Mike Castle (R-Del) and Diana DeGette (D-Colo) Read more…
Categories: Stem Cell Technology
Intestinal Stem Cells Replace Themselves
October 1st, 2010
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A discovery about the behavior of cells in the intestine could help efforts to treat bowel cancer. Read more…
Categories: Stem Cell Technology, Treating bowel cancer
Stem Cell Trial shows Promise against Breast Cancer
October 1st, 2010
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University of Michigan scientists have launched groundbreaking clinical trials that researchers hope will lead to a breakthrough in treatment for cancer with stem cells. Read more…
Categories: Stem Cell Technology
Henry W. McCusker
Founder and Director of Research, Henry McCusker enters his eighth (8) year at Scimitar Equity with past experience in sell-side analysis, buy-side management, corporate management and due diligence.