Cell and Gene Therapy

Track 3: Cell Culture and Bioprocessing

Stem cells are the basic materials of body cells from that all different cells will be specialized and functions are generated. Below the proper condition with in the body or a laboratory, stem cells divide to create a lot of cells called daughter cells.

These daughter cells will either become new stem cells (self-renewal) or else become specialized cells with a more specific function, such as blood cells, brain cells, heart muscle cells or bone cells. No different cell with in the body has the natural ability to generate new type of cell.

Increase understanding of how diseases occur

Generate healthy cells to replace diseased cells (regenerative medicine)

Test new drugs for safety and effectiveness