Revised Edition: A Clear Guide to Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine [Japanese Edition]
Nearly 20 years after the emergence of iPS cells—this textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of stem cell and regenerative medicine research, from basic concepts to applications and clinical development.
Overview
Nearly two decades have passed since the discovery of iPS cells, raising the question—how far has stem cell and regenerative medicine research progressed? This widely acclaimed introductory textbook has been fully revised for the first time in 10 years, adding new topics such as organoids, regulations, and the latest clinical development landscape. Insightful columns written from a researcher’s perspective offer a deeper look into the realities of the field.
Revised Edition: A Clear Guide to Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine [Japanese Edition]
Part of the “Clear Guide Series” from *Experimental Medicine Extra*, this revised edition enables readers to learn the fundamentals and latest advances in stem cells and regenerative medicine in a concise, accessible format.
Selected Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cells — Understanding Their Close Relationship
- Chapter 2: Tissue Stem Cells I — Five Well-Characterized Types of Tissue Stem Cells
- Chapter 3: Tissue Stem Cells II — Progress in Research Across Additional Organs
- Chapter 4: ES Cells — A Leading Front-Runner Paving the Way Toward Practical Application
- Chapter 5: iPS Cells — Developments Since the Nobel Prize
- Chapter 6: Direct Reprogramming — Regenerative Medicine Without Stem Cells
- Chapter 7: Creating Functional Tissues and Organs — Centered on Organoids
- Chapter 8: Chemical Biology — Strategies for Unlocking an Untapped “Treasure Trove”
- Chapter 9: Disease Models — Another Pillar of Stem Cell Clinical Application
- Chapter 10: Clinical Applications and Real-World Implementation — How Far Has Stem Cell Research Come?
…Also includes “Preface to the Revised Edition,” “Preface to the First Edition,” “Epilogue: Connecting Basic Research to Clinical Practice,” an index, and columns featuring the experiences and perspectives of active researchers.
