What Are Stem Cells and What Do They Do?

Marta Ribeiro avatar

by Marta Ribeiro |

Share this article:

Share article via email

Scientists are constantly looking for new ways to make medicine more personalized. One way they are doing this is by researching stem cells. These researched cells are undifferentiated, which means they don’t have a specific job or function because of this they have the potential to become other kinds of cells in your body.

In this video, shared by TED-Ed in 2013, the job and potential of stem cells as a treatment for several diseases is beautifully explained by Craig Kohn. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS is one of the conditions where patients can benefit from the use of stem cell treatment. Watch the video and discover more about how stem cells work and what regenerative medicine is all about.

Read the latest updates on ALS: https://bit.ly/ALSNewsToday

ALS News Today is strictly a news and information website about the disease. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Print This Page

About the Author

Marta Ribeiro avatar
Marta Ribeiro Marta graduated from Universidade Fernando Pessoa in Porto with a degree in Communication Sciences and a Masters degree in New Communication Technologies. She has experience in social media, worked with several media channels, and has also worked as a freelance photographer and a graphic artist for almost 10 years.

Tags

ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), stem cells

Recent Posts


Recommended reading