- scientists have found natural compound that might be able to fix fractures more efficiently
- the natural compound tells stem cells to turn into new bone
- so far only tested on mice
- protein called Wnt
Reflection:
My biology class has helped me to understand Wnt. We have been studying stem cells and how they can change into other cells depending on what genes are turned on and what genes are not. I enjoyed reading this article because of how many uses their are for stem cells. I have made many interesting blog entries about stem cells and their many uses and so far I think that this one is one of the best. I hope that this new treatment will be approved because a bunch of people will need this. Scientists are becoming more and more creative with their uses for stem cells.
Fox, Maggie. "NewsDaily: Natural Compound Speeds Bone Growth: Report." NewsDaily: Your Best Source for Breaking News. 28 Apr. 2010. Web. 19 May 2010.
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