Identification and isolation of multipotent cells from non-osteochondral mesenchymal tissue
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- US · United States
- Current Assignee / Owner
- AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF MADRID
- Publication Date
- 2006-04-06
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
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Abstract
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0001] Stem cells show differential characteristics as they are able to sustain themselves and differentiate into one or more cell type. Although research into stem cells and their applications is still in its early stages, adult stem cells in bone marrow have been used in transplants for more than 30 years. Nevertheless, in recent years, stem cell technology has made large advances such that stem cells are currently considered as a promising source of tissue and organs, with an important therapeutic potential for repair and regeneration of tissues.
[0002] The use of stem cells is an alternative therapy for several human diseases, particularly those in which there is a loss of functional cells, including chondral, bone and muscular lesions, neurodegenerative diseases, immunologic rejection, heart disease and skin disorders (see U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,811,094, 5,958,767, 6,328,960, 6,379,953, 6,497,875).
[0003] In addition to cell therapy applications, stem cell...