Items Tagged ‘stem cells’
October 16, 2018
Regenerative medicine facilities and expertise in Florida
The Regenerative Medicine Therapeutic Suites has seen 1,000 patients since opening on Mayo Clinic’s Florida campus almost two years ago. The model, which integrated patient care with laboratory functions, is enabling the development and use of regenerative medicine products. The unique space serves both patients and clinicians, providing a place for multidisciplinary teams to expand current projects […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Shane Shapiro, Mayo Clinic in Florida, medical research, regenerative medicine practice, Regenerative Medicine Therapeutic Suites, stem cells
October 9, 2018
Often people with diabetes have brain changes that are hallmarks of both Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. Some researchers believe that each condition fuels the damage caused by the other. That link may occur as a result of the ways that type 2 diabetes affects the ability of the brain and other body tissues to […]
Tags: Alzheimer's disease, Center for Regenerative Medicine, diabetes, islet regeneration, neurobiology, stem cells, type 3 diabetes
September 18, 2018
Advancing regenerative medicine practice, science and technology – 2018 symposium
Recent practice advancements, scientific discoveries, product development and manufacturing are the topics featured at the 2018 Mayo Clinic Symposium on Regenerative Medicine and Surgery. Regenerative medicine leaders from around the globe will come together Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 at the Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. This year’s symposium will emphasize clinical trial breakthroughs and therapeutic interventions […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Andre Terzic, Dr. Richard Hayden, medical research, regenerative medicine education, research, stem cells
August 28, 2018
Stem cell differentiation for diabetes: Alexander Revzin, Ph.D.
Alexander Revzin, Ph.D., is a professor of biomedical engineering at Mayo Clinic and recipient of a 2018 Regenerative Medicine Minnesota Research Award. He is developing microcapsules that could be used as cell carriers during differentiation of stem cells into pancreatic islets. These same capsules may also be useful as vehicles for islet transplantation. This technology […]
Tags: Alexander Revzin, Center for Regenerative Medicine, diabetes, Mayo Clinic, medical research, regenerative medicine, Regenerative Medicine Minnesota, stem cell differentiation, stem cells
July 26, 2018
Submit abstracts for 2018 Symposium on Regenerative Medicine and Surgery
Abstracts are now being accepted for the Mayo Clinic Symposium on Regenerative Medicine and Surgery. The symposium will be held Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2018 at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. Interested physicians, researchers, medical students, post-doctoral and pre-doctoral students, as well as allied health staff, are invited to submit abstracts for the poster session […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, research, stem cells
July 17, 2018
Researching gene therapy for liver diseases: Joseph Lillegard, M.D., Ph.D.
Joseph Lillegard, M.D., Ph.D., is a Regenerative Medicine Minnesota research grant recipient. He is researching gene therapy to fight inborn errors of metabolism of the liver, primarily Hereditary Tyrosinemia Type 1 (HT1), a metabolic disorder caused by an enzyme deficiency. HT1 is a genetic disorder that can lead to liver and kidney failure, and is fatal without […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, Joseph Lillegard, regenerative medicine, Regenerative Medicine Minnesota, stem cells
June 21, 2018
Cell therapy for cartilage defects: Aaron Krych, M.D.
Aaron Krych, M.D., Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon and recipient of a 2018 Regenerative Medicine Research Grant, is researching the initial safety and feasibility of RECLAIM, a single stage cartilage repair technique using the patient’s own cartilage cells and allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells. The study will assess the patient’s improvement in pain and function following the procedure, […]
Tags: Aaron Krych, Center for Regenerative Medicine, Daniel Saris, regenerative medicine, sports medicine, stem cells
June 14, 2018
Bridging the gap: Introducing the health care of tomorrow
Forward-thinking leadership, unparalleled expertise and a commitment to solving unmet patient needs allow Mayo Clinic to bridge the gap between the delivery of traditional health care today and the rapid advancement of revolutionary care in the near future. Increasing Translational Capabilities Traditionally, it could take years for physician-scientists to develop the essential expertise to create […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, clinical trials, regenerative medicine, stem cells
May 31, 2018
Researching Regenerative Strategies to Optimize Neurological Function
Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon and recipient of a 2018 Regenerative Medicine Minnesota research grant, Terry Burns, M.D., Ph.D., is developing regenerative strategies to optimize neurological function and quality of life for patients with brain tumors, neurological injuries, and neurodegenerative diseases. The decline of memory and thinking processes seen in aging, neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s disease), and […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, regenerative medicine, Regenerative Medicine Minnesota, stem cells, Terence (Terry) Burns
May 1, 2018
Mayo investigators awarded education and biotechnology grants from ‘Regenerative Medicine Minnesota’
Four Mayo Clinic investigators were selected to receive 2018 Education and Biobusiness/Biotechnology Awards from Regenerative Medicine Minnesota. The Minnesota Legislature allocated resources to fund Regenerative Medicine Minnesota in 2014 to improve the health of Minnesotans by advancing regenerative medicine therapies. Grants are awarded to individuals working to accelerate medical research and to developers of biotechnology and biobusinesses across the state. […]
Tags: Center for Regenerative Medicine, education, regenerative medicine, Regenerative Medicine Minnesota, stem cells