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STAP stem cells were a new method of generating pluripotent stem cells published in a paper a few weeks ago. When it came out, scientists scratched their heads and wondered whether or not this new method could actually work and be reproducible. Well, while the jury is still out, it is not looking good and we bring on the show one of the most recognized voices of stem cell research, Dr. Paul Knoepfler to discuss the STAP stem cell theory. In addition to running a laboratory, Dr. Knoepfler maintains an amazingly active stem cell blog breaking all the latest stem cell news, and educating the public about stem cells.
Resources and Links
Stem Cells: An Insiders Guide by Paul Knoepfler
Expandable Megakaryocyte Cell Lines Enable Clinically Applicable Generation of Platelets from Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
The Endocannabinoid System Controls Food Intake via Olfactory Processes
Astrocyte-Derived Endothelin-1 Inhibits Remyelination through Notch Activation
Rejuvenation of the Muscle Stem Cell Population Restores Strength to Injured Aged Muscles
Nanog-Independent Reprogramming to iPSCs with Canonical Factors
Nanog Is Dispensable for the Generation of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
NPTX1 Regulates Neural Lineage Specification from Human Pluripotent Stem Cells
Photo Reference: Courtesy of Dr. Paul Knoepfler
