Stem Cell (1 of 2) (IMAGE)

Rice University

Stem Cell (1 of 2)

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This image shows cells derived from amniotic fluid forming capillary-like networks when treated with specific growth factors and grown on a soft biological surface. Research at Rice University aims to use stem cells from amniotic fluid to repair congenital heart defects with living tissue that is a genetic match for a newborn.

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Jacot Lab/Rice University/Texas Children's Hospital

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