News tagged with connective tissue cells


Discovery shows fat triggers rheumatoid arthritis

Scientists have discovered that fat cells in the knee secrete a protein linked to arthritis, a finding that paves the way for new gene therapies that could offer relief and mobility to millions worldwide.

Arthritis & Rheumatism created May 08, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (5) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study shows amniotic fluid stem cells, heart cells pass signals without touching

Stem cells drawn from amniotic fluid show promise for tissue engineering, but it's important to know what they can and cannot do. A new study by researchers at Rice University and Texas Children's Hospital ...

Medical research created May 02, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast