Stem cells are the body’s raw material: unspecialized cells that can renew themselves and, under the right conditions, become specialized cells such as bone, cartilage, muscle or fat. They also act as messengers, releasing molecules that guide inflammation and repair.
This unique combination is why they are at the center of modern regenerative medicine.
What makes stem cells unique
Self-renewal
They can divide and make copies of themselves over long periods.
Differentiation
They can mature into specific cell types such as bone, cartilage or muscle.
Paracrine signaling
They release growth factors, cytokines and vesicles that may calm inflammation and support repair.
Types of stem cells
- Embryonic stem cells — can become any cell type; their clinical use is highly restricted.
- Adult / mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) — found in umbilical cord, bone marrow and fat; the most studied in regenerative medicine.
- Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) — adult cells reprogrammed in the lab; mainly used in research.
At Cell Innovation Center we work with mesenchymal stem cells, valued for their immunomodulatory effects and well-documented safety profile in clinical studies.
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