Stem cells: the future of medicine? (UCL)

Dr Adam Giangreco views stem cell research as the best promise for medical breakthroughs over the next few decades. Dr Giangreco, a recent recipient of a major European Research Council grant, explains how he is exploring new treatments for lung damage and why funding stem cell research is so vital. 6 October is International Stem Cell Awareness Day.
UCL Centre for Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine: www.ucl.ac.uk/stemcells/
For UCL lectures on stem cell research (link to iTunesU): bit.ly/d6RnWE
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