adult stem cell

Adult stem cells, also known as tissue stem cells, are undifferentiated cells found in various tissues of the body. They have the remarkable ability to self-renew, producing more stem cells, and to differentiate into specialized cell types. This makes them crucial for the body's growth, repair, and renewal processes.12

Unlike embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells are typically found in specific niches within mature tissues. For example, they are present in bone marrow, where they generate blood cells, and in the skin and intestines, where they replenish these constantly renewing tissues. The aging of stem cells can impair their function and potentially lead to cancer. Research into adult stem cells holds significant promise for developing therapies to treat various diseases and injuries by replacing damaged or defective cells.123