Neurons generated from monkey's embryonic stem cells

KYOTO, Japan - A group of scientists led by Yoshiki Sasai, professor at Kyoto University, have succeeded in generating neurons that produce neurotransmitter dopamine (above) and light-sensitive retina cells (below) from a monkey's embryonic stem cells, the scientists said Jan. 29. The scientists claim the experiments could lead to treatment of Parkinson's disease and other incurable diseases.

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