Claire Mazumdar: A silent force behind a $1.6 billion firm may write Biocon's future scriptsBiocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has named her niece, Claire Mazumdar, as her successor. Claire Mazumdar, a successful CEO of Bicara Ther...
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How to keep bananas fresh for weeks without turning blackBananas ripen quickly due to ethylene gas. Simple tricks can slow this process. Wrapping stems in foil or plastic helps. Keep bananas away ...
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US-based StemCures to set up India's largest stem cell manufacturing lab in HyderabadThe announcement was made after Dr Sairam Atluri, Founder, StemCures met with Telangana IT and Industries Minister K T Rama Rao in Boston, ...
24 May, 2023, 07.14 PM IST
Stem cell therapy can do wonders in preventing the progression of cancerQuality stem cell therapy can cause cancerous cells to turn into benevolent ones.
13 Jan, 2023, 07.30 PM IST
Startup Advancells is promoting stem cell technology to cure different diseases"I was convinced that it was the future of medicine and so I decided to enter this field," Vipul Jain, Founder and CEO, Advancells.
27 Nov, 2017, 06.30 AM IST
IAN invests undisclosed amount in stem cell research startup Transcell BiologicsThe company plans to utilize the investment for productization of the stem cell- based platforms in both the therapeutic and non-therapeuti...
31 Mar, 2016, 01.00 PM IST
Scientists genetically 'edit' human blood stem cellsHarvard researchers used a gene-editing technique to create an effective method for blocking HIV from invading & destroying patients' immun...
07 Nov, 2014, 05.22 PM IST
A clear policy in stem cell therapy will foster innovative healthcareIndia has the potential to become a leading global player for stem cell products and services. So, the government must act fast in implemen...
27 Dec, 2012, 05.26 AM IST
- Human clinical trials for stem-cell research on cards
In what is seen as a boost to the stem cell research in the country, India would soon get to host human clinical trials for therapies using...
10 Aug, 2009, 02.14 AM IST
- Stem cell policy may see US cos seeking tie-ups in India
The pro-embryonic stem cell policy of the US President Barack Obama is likely to result in Indian research organisations attracting the int...
15 Jun, 2009, 01.00 AM IST
- Stem cell banks grow on hope of healthy dividend
Stem cell research promises to dramatically change the way diseases are treated, Indians are turning up in large numbers at specialised ‘ba...
07 Feb, 2009, 03.24 AM IST
- Cryobanks India aims Rs 300 crore revenue in 4 years
Cryobanks International India expects to clock revenue of Rs 300 crore by 2011-12 as it looks to expand its presence in the country.
21 Dec, 2008, 10.40 AM IST
- Novo in 3-way pact for insulin from stem cells
Pharma firm Novo Nordisk, stem cell biotechnology firm Cellartis and Sweden’s Lund University Stem Cell Center have announced a collaborati...
27 Oct, 2008, 01.27 AM IST
- Manipal group plans foray into stem cell banking
Adding one more dimension to its initiatives in stem cell research, the Manipal group is foraying into stem cell banking.
02 Feb, 2007, 03.19 AM IST
- BCCL buys stake in Life Cell
Bennett, Coleman and Company Limited (BCCL) has taken a stake in stem cell banking and research company Life Cell.
05 Jan, 2007, 10.00 AM IST
- Local cos line up big stem cell research plans
Research in stem cells that holds promise in treating spinal cord injuries and difficult-to-cure diseases like blood cancer, Parkinson’s an...
14 Dec, 2006, 02.42 AM IST
- Govt plans to regulate stem cells research
The government proposes to regulate stem cell sourcing, banking, transfer (exports) and research.
13 Jul, 2002, 06.31 AM IST