Stem Cells from Connective Tissue (IMAGE) University of Missouri-Columbia Caption University of Missouri researchers recently developed the ability to take regular cells from a pig's connective tissues and transform them in stem cells, eliminating several hurdles and some controversy over the use of stem cells. Credit Christian Basi/University of Missouri Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.