When it divides, a stem cell has a choice: produce more stem cells or turn into the specific types of cells that compose skin, muscle, brain, or other tissue. New experiments in skin show this decision can be altered if tiny organs within cells aren't positioned and divvied up properly.
Scientists discover an unexpected influence on dividing stem cells' fate
Science Daily - 10 Feb 2017 23:59
When it divides, a stem cell has a choice: produce more stem cells or turn into the specific types of cells that compose skin, muscle, brain, or other tissue. New experiments in skin show this decision can be altered if tiny organs within cells aren't positioned and divvied up properly.
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