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February 2020 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” Hair follicle stem cells might help treat traumatic brain injury.
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Injecting a person's own skin cells back into their skin is a promising, safe, and affordable treatment for skin disorders.
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Stem cells regenerate tissues and their behavior varies by environment, suggesting the hematopoietic system model may need revision.