Ann Murray

Ann Murray has been writing since 1990, with her work now appearing on various websites. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing and history from Bard College and is pursuing her Doctor of Philosophy in biology.

Stem cells are the cells from which all other cells in the body are created. Embryonic stem cells are particularly versatile, as they are pluripotent. This means they are able to transform into any other cell type, including another stem cell. Stem cells are currently being studied as a potential treatment for spinal injury and for degenerative diseases involving cell death or dysfunction.

Parkinson's disease is a degenerative neurological condition associated with motor control in humans. In 1817, British doctor James Parkinson discovered a disorder...

In the United States alone, there are about 400,000 patients with severe spinal cord injuries, resulting in whole or partial immobilization. About...

You've probably heard it from your parents or your teachers: Stand up straight and sit properly or you'll hurt your spine. Well,...

Stem cell therapies are designed to replace dysfunctional or diseased cells with healthy ones. Embryonic stem cells, the non-specialized or "starter" cells...

As illustrated by the photograph, the brain has three protective layers referred to as meninges. The mid layer, referred to as the...

According to the Mayo Clinic, since the 1960s, doctors have performed transplants of stem cells---often referred to as bone marrow---to treat cancer....

The use of stem cells as a treatment cure is an ongoing area of development and political debate. Both adult and embryonic...

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