The paper has further surprising findings – for example, that the precursors of these mystery cells are actually fully differentiated glial (support) cells.
Geron's therapy involves using various growth factors to turn embryonic stem cells into precursors of neural support cells called oligodendrocytes, which are then injected into the spinal cord at the site of the injury.
Glial cells were discovered at around the same time as neurons, but were quickly dismissed as little more than support cells that insulate neurons, provide them with nourishment, and fill the spaces between them like polystyrene packaging.
Geron, based in Menlo Park, Calif., turns embryonic stem cells into precursors of neural support cells called oligodendrocytes.
Neuromasts are made up of a cluster of sensory and support cells encapsulated within a jellylike sheath called the cupula.
In HHT, blood vessels grow without the right support cells to keep them stable and strong.
The troublesome scar tissue is made by neural support cells called astrocytes.
For instance, certain support cells can be edited to enhance niche function or to cooperate better with biomimetic scaffolds.
Many researchers have reported that natural products based antioxidants support cells from oxidative stress and improve liver disease [30].
Open image in new window Fig. 11 The boundary element model with cable cells and support cells.
sec15− sensory organs contain extra neurons at the expense of support cells, a phenotype consistent with loss of Notch signaling.
