An overview of embryonic development, the progressive differentiation of cells, and properties of embryonic stem cells.
The role of stem cells in regeneration, and ongoing research to improve mammalian regeneration potency.
In cloning, a cell's genetic machinery is reprogrammed. Can we similarly coax stem cells to become specific cell types?
Finding factors to reverse age-related loss of cell maintenance, and some examples of stem cell therapies.
A discussion on policies and ethical issues associated with stem cell research.