Home Depot Co-Founder’s Marcus Foundation Commits $28.7 Million to USC Stem Cell Heart Trial
The Marcus Foundation has committed $28.7 million to USC research advancing a stem-cell-derived heart therapy toward a planned 2027 clinical trial.
Bovine Embryonic Stem Cells Self-Organize Into Vascularized Muscle: What the New Study Means for Cultivated Beef
A new Nature Communications study shows bovine embryonic stem cells can self-organize into 3D tissues containing muscle, endothelial cells, and neurons. Here is what it means for cultivated beef research.
The Top Stem Cell Headlines – February 2026
February 2026 marked a remarkable month for stem cell research, with several groundbreaking studies and announcements pushing the boundaries of regenerative medicine. From in-utero treatments for birth defects to potential game-changers in aging and cancer, these developments highlight the accelerating translation of stem cell science into real-world clinical impact. A Milestone in Fetal Medicine: World-First
Peer-reviewed study shows CBD delays cellular aging in mesenchymal stem cells
Cannabidiol Enhances SIRT1 and Autophagy for the Maintenance of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells, published in the journal In Vivo, investigated if low-dose cannabidiol (CBD) can significantly delay cellular aging in human mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), offering potential improvements for regenerative medicine applications. Also accessible via the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and reported on by
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Top 10 Stem Cell Highlights and Breakthroughs of 2025
The top 10 headlines that defined stem cell research in 2025, based on major scientific announcements and public engagement.
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