‘Irreversible’ eye damage fixed by stem cells in human trial

‘Irreversible’ eye damage fixed by stem cells in human trial

For patients with severe corneal injuries, blindness has often been seen as a life sentence. But a new eye stem cell transplant may change that. Scientists at Massachusetts Eye and Ear have successfully used stem cells from a patient’s own healthy eye to restore vision in cases once thought beyond repair. The cornea—the clear outer layer of the eye—is crucial for focusing light and protecting against damage. It contains important limbal epitheli…

Ikorodu LG, NGO Inaugurate Eye Treatment Centre - New Telegraph

ShareThe Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State in conjunction Darren Vision Eye Care, an NGO, yesterday inaugurated an eye treatment centre in the council. Speaking at the inauguration, the council Chairman, Mr Wasiu Adesina, said the initiative was made possible through strategic partnership between the local government and Darren Vision. The News Agency of... The post Ikorodu LG, NGO Inaugurate Eye Treatment Centre appeared first on New…

How Stem Cell Treatment Can Help Relieve Symptoms of Aging - Wellbeing Magazine

Aging is an inevitable part of life, bringing with it physical and cognitive changes that can impact overall well-being....

Advancing stem cell therapies: An interview with Zaal Kokaia - Academia Europaea Cardiff Knowledge Hub

In this interview, Professor Zaal Kokaia discusses the rapid progress in stem cell research, the hurdles in bringing regenerative therapies to patients, and his academic ties to Georgia. The post Advancing stem cell therapies: An interview with Zaal Kokaia appeared first on Academia Europaea Cardiff Knowledge Hub.