Stories of Hope - Liver disease

Vanessa Lupian had a liver transplant to treat the liver disease she was born with. CIRM grantees are working toward a day when stem cells could be used to treat the same condition with many fewer side effects.

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2012 Annual Report

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Apr 10, 2013

Stem Cell Agency Board Member and Researcher Honored by ALS Association
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May 22, 2013

Italians allow untested use of stem cells

May 21, 2013

The bucket trip – one family’s journey in the fight against #ALS

May 21, 2013

Where are we with stem cells for #heartdisease? Great summary from the BBC

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