Several recent studies have shown that adult stem cells, and specifically mesenchymal stem cells (MSC), appear to support the regeneration and protection of lung tissue, making them a very promising potential next-generation therapy option for the treatment of COPD. Known treatments for COPD are designed to address symptoms and not the actual cause of the…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness that damages nerves in the brain and spinal cord. In this disease, the body’s immune system mistakenly targets and attacks the myelin in the central nervous system, or the layer of insulation around the nerves. As the autoantibodies target healthy myelin tissue, neurological disabilities ensue. While there is…
Given the limitations of several conventional methods to treat a wide variety of diseases and injuries, stem cell therapy has begun to gain in popularity. The evidence supporting the field of Regenerative Medicine, which involves using stem cells to regenerate healthy, functional tissue, has indeed been accumulating in recent years. There are a number of…
Promising early research shows that when introduced into a brain injured by stroke, extracellular vesicles (EVs), also known as exosomes, a bioactive substance secreted by mesenchymal stem cells, have been associated with improved blood vessels creation, increased formation of neurons, and enhanced preservation of the neurological structure; these findings demonstrate a promising stem cell-derived stroke…
Published: August 2026 | Category: Autoimmune & Respiratory Research Reviewed Evidence Reviewed Study 1: A Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Trial of Mesenchymal Stem Cells in COPD Authors: Weiss DJ, Casaburi R, Flannery R, LeRoux-Williams M, Tashkin DP Publication & Date: Chest. 2013;143(6):1590-1598. DOI / Link: https://doi.org/10.1378/chest.12-2094 | PubMed Reviewed Study 2: Effect of Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Infusions…
A Challenge After Stem Cell Transplant Stem cell transplants are used to treat certain blood cancers, including acute leukemia. During this type of treatment, healthy blood-forming stem cells from a donor are given to a patient to help rebuild the blood and immune system. When a perfectly matched donor is not available, doctors may use…
Understanding the Condition Duchenne muscular dystrophy, often called DMD, is a genetic muscle disorder that mostly affects boys. It is caused by changes in the gene responsible for producing dystrophin, a protein that helps keep muscles strong and stable. When the body doesn’t make enough functional dystrophin, muscles become more fragile over time. This can…
Type 1 Diabetes and the Immune System Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition, meaning the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy cells. In this case, the immune system targets the beta cells in the pancreas. These beta cells are responsible for making insulin, the hormone that helps move sugar from the bloodstream…
Dry Eye Is More Than Just Irritation Dry eye disease is a common condition that can cause burning, stinging, redness, blurry vision, light sensitivity, and the feeling that something is constantly in the eye. For some people, dry eye is mild and manageable. For others, it becomes chronic and difficult to treat. Dry eye can…
Skin Inflammation and Cellular Stress The skin is the body’s largest protective barrier, constantly exposed to irritants, pollutants, UV exposure, allergens, and other environmental stressors. When skin becomes inflamed, cells may experience oxidative stress, irritation, and changes in normal repair activity. Over time, this can affect skin comfort, appearance, barrier function, and recovery. Because of…
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