Uncomplicated Differentiation of Stem Cells Into Bipolar Neurons and Myelinating Glia

    September 2008 in “ Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications ”
    Ragad El Seady, Margriet A. Huisman, Clemens W.G.M. Löwik, Johan H. M. Frijns
    Studysummary Hair follicles can be used to easily create neurons and glial cells for potential nerve repair.
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