In addition to defining adult stem cells, this resource examines where they are found, what they normally do, and what tests are used for identifying adult stem cells.

The buzz word "stem cells" are scientifically defined and the differences between stem cells and other cells explained in this "Everyday Mystery".

This article explains the different types of stem cells and their potential uses in medicine.

What stages of early embryonic development are important for generating embryonic stem cells? How are embryonic stem cells grown in the laboratory? What laboratory tests are used to identify embryonic stem cells? Article addresses these...

This resource delves into what stem cells are and the types of research they are used in.

A useful listing of definitions of terms used in reporting about stem cell research.

Scientists have found that stem cells can be grown without destroying healthy embryos. This article reviews the discovery and comments on it's ethical implications.

Explains what progenitor and stem cells are and presents a chart showing their major differences, as well as a list of their scientific applications.

Stem cells are unspecialized, stems cells are capable of dividing and renewing themselves for long periods, and stem cells can give rise to specialized cells.

Stem cell therapy holds a great deal of promise, but years of intensive research are needed to develop their full potential. This informative site looks at the possibilities and challenges related to the potential uses of stem cells.