Autism Stem Cells Treatment, Spinal Cord Injuries therapy

Another potential application of stem cells is to form cells and tissues for medical therapies. By directing stem cells to differentiate into specialised cell types, there is the exciting possibility to provide a renewable source of replacement cells for those suffering from diseases.

The current benefits of stem cell usage are already well documented and it is expected that continued research will pave the way for new treatments.

Bone marrow contains blood-forming stem cells (hematopoietic stem cells) that have been used for decades to treat blood cancers and other blood disorders. Umbilical cord blood is another source of hematopoietic stem cells that is being used in treatment.