Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell Research

The Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell Research topic includes research on the development and use of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), which are somatic cells reprogrammed to an embryonic stem cell–like state through the induced expression of specific genes and factors. 

iPSCs have the ability to turn into most kinds of cells or tissues in the body. They can be used in research to better understand  disease. iPSCs may also be used in therapy to replace lost or damaged cells that cannot be replaced naturally or for drug discovery.