Wednesday, 6 February 2013

Growth factor aids stem cell regeneration after radiation damage

Epidermal growth factor has been found to speed the recovery of blood-making stem cells after exposure to radiation, according to Duke Medicine researchers. The finding could open new options for treating cancer patients and victims of dirty bombs or nuclear disasters. Read more here.

Study mentioned: Doan PL, et al. Epidermal growth factor regulates hematopoietic regeneration after radiation injury. Nat Med. 2013 Feb 3. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 23377280

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