Scientists grow artificial skin from stem cells of umbilical cord



Scientists have developed a breakthrough technique to grow artificial skin – using stem cells taken from the umbilical cord. The new method means major burn patients could benefit from faster skin grafting, the researchers say, as the artificial skin can be stored and used when needed.

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