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Lecture 1

This module on stem cells aims to educate learners on the key characteristics, types, and functions of stem cells, including their categorization based on potency and source. It also covers the distinctions between pluripotent stem cells and the differences between autologous and allogeneic transplantation. Various resources and a reference article are provided for further learning.

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Lecture 1

This module on stem cells aims to educate learners on the key characteristics, types, and functions of stem cells, including their categorization based on potency and source. It also covers the distinctions between pluripotent stem cells and the differences between autologous and allogeneic transplantation. Various resources and a reference article are provided for further learning.

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Stem Cells: Intrinsic Properties and Function in Tissues

Dr. Kathryn Cheah


The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this module, learners should be able to:

 Define the key characteristics of a stem cell.


 Categorize the different types of stem cells based on potency, source, and
function.
 Distinguish between the different types of pluripotent stem cells and their uses.
 Differentiate autologous and allogeneic transplantation.

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Resources:

https://www.aboutstemcells.org/info/glossary

https://www.aboutstemcells.org/info/biology

https://www.aboutstemcells.org/stem-cell-intro

https://www.aboutstemcells.org/info/embryonic-stem-cells

https://www.aboutstemcells.org/info/induced-pluripotent-stem-cells

https://www.aboutstemcells.org/info/tissue-specific-stem-cells

https://www.isscr.org/learning-guide

Reference:

Blau HM, Daley GQ. Stem Cells in the Treatment of Disease. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(18):1748-
1760. doi:10.1056/NEJMra1716145

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