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April 2012 in “Cell stem cell” Targeting and modifying the stem cell niche can improve regenerative therapies.
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November 2025 in “Cells” Advancements in wound healing aim to improve personalized treatments and enhance healing outcomes.
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November 2021 in “Cells” Hedgehog pathway inhibitors can treat certain aggressive cancers but face limitations like resistance and side effects.