Chemical and Functional Genomic Approaches to Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine

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Publisher: Wiley
Subject: Stem cells--Research--Methodology, Physiological genomics, Molecular genetics
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Pages: 284 pages
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780470041468
Call No: QH 588.S83 C455 2008
Scientists believe that stem cells have the potential to revolutionize the treatment of numerous diseases and conditions. This guide covers recent advances in technologies and their applications in stem cell biology, addressing the use of both embryonic and adult stem cells and discussing diverse technologies, including genome-wide expression analysis, informatics, chemical genomics, and more. Applications covered encompass self-renewal, differentiation, reprogramming, and regeneration in model organisms. This is a premier reference for practicing professionals involved in stem cell research and students.