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Stem cells are one of the most significant scientific discoveries of recent decades, representing hope for treating many incurable diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and neurological disease. Thanks to their ability to transform into multiple types of specialized cells in the body, stem cells open new horizons in regenerative medicine and personalized therapy. However, despite their great potential, this technology faces many challenges that hinder its widespread use.

In a groundbreaking study, scientists at the University of Zurich have successfully reversed stroke-induced damage in mice using human neural stem cells, successfully regenerating neurons, restoring blood vessels, and even restoring motor function.

Recent years have seen a significant increase in bone tissue injuries due to various factors, driving scientific research to develop innovative solutions such as bone tissue engineering as an effective alternative to compensate for tissue defects. Despite advances in traditional bone engineering methods, challenges remain related to biomaterials, cells, and biological factors. This has opened the door to new therapeutic approaches that rely on activating endogenous skeletal stem cells (SSCs) to regenerate bone directly at the injury site, eliminating the need for external cell transplantation.  

Previous studies have shown that cancer stem cells can regulate the inflammatory response by suppressing white blood cells and stimulating anti-inflammatory subsets in the innate and adaptive immune systems.