Stem Cell Breakthrough Offers Diabetes Hope

Courtesy ScienceDaily Wed, 04/02/2008 - 23:00

Scientists have discovered a new technique for turning embryonic stem cells into insulin-producing pancreatic tissue in what could prove a significant breakthrough in the quest to find new treatments for diabetes.

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