What are the molecular mechanisms that maintain pluripotency in embryonic stem cells (ESCs)? Explain the process of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) generation and its potential for regenerative medicine. Discuss the ethical considerations surrounding the use of different types of stem cells in research and therapy.
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- ESCs maintain pluripotency through a complex network of transcription factors, signaling pathways, and epigenetic modifications. Key transcription factors include Oct4, Sox2, and Nanog, which regulate the expression of genes necessary for self-renewal and Show more…
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