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GlossaryMultipotency

ability to develop into multiple, but limited, cell types

Multipotency refers to the ability of a stem cell to develop into multiple, but limited, cell types within a particular tissue or organ. For example, hematopoietic stem cells in the bone marrow are multipotent because they can differentiate into various types of blood cells, but not into cells of other tissues like neurons or muscle cells. This characteristic is crucial for tissue repair and regeneration.

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Clonal Multipotency and Effect of Long-Term In Vitro Expansion on Differentiation Potential of Human Hair Follicle Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells

research Clonal Multipotency and Effect of Long-Term In Vitro Expansion on Differentiation Potential of Human Hair Follicle Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells

73 citations, August 2011 in “Stem Cell Research”

Human hair follicle stem cells can turn into multiple cell types but lose some of this ability after being grown in the lab for a long time.

research The Multipotency of Adult Vibrissa Follicle Stem Cells

8 citations, March 2009 in “Differentiation”

Adult vibrissa follicle stem cells can regenerate hair follicles, glands, and skin.

research Epidermal Homeostasis: A Balancing Act of Stem Cells in the Skin

1039 citations, February 2009 in “Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology”

Skin stem cells are crucial for maintaining and repairing the skin and hair, using a complex mix of signals to do so.

research Epithelial Stem Cells: Turning Over New Leaves

508 citations, February 2007 in “Cell”

Epithelial stem cells are crucial for tissue renewal and repair, and understanding them could improve treatments for damage and cancer.

research Identification of Stem Cell Populations in Sweat Glands and Ducts Reveals Roles in Homeostasis and Wound Repair

265 citations, July 2012 in “Cell”

The study found that sweat glands contain different types of stem cells that help with healing and maintaining healthy skin.

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community Microneedling and aloe vera to recruit stem cells.

in Chat 11 upvotes 10 months ago

Microneedling combined with aloe vera may stimulate dormant stem cells in hair loss areas. Minoxidil is also suggested for better results.