Stem cell architect is knighted

Faye · 12-31-2003, 07:29 PM

Stem cell architect is knighted

Professor Evans is credited with discovering embryonic stem cells
The scientist considered by many as the chief architect of stem cell research has been given a knighthood in the New Year Honours list.
Martin Evans is professor of mammalian genetics at Cardiff University and a Fellow of the Royal Society.

He helped show the cells that form all the tissues in a mouse's body - its embryonic stem cells - can be removed and grown separately in the lab.

He also helped create a method to alter genes in mice with amazing accuracy.

This breakthrough, known as gene targeting, is assisting the drive to develop new treatments for human illnesses.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/3357677.stm

Fastasaturtle · 12-31-2003, 07:58 PM

Nice Read

12-31-2003, 07:29 PM	#1
Faye Banned Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 6,840	Stem cell architect is knighted Stem cell architect is knighted Professor Evans is credited with discovering embryonic stem cells The scientist considered by many as the chief architect of stem cell research has been given a knighthood in the New Year Honours list. Martin Evans is professor of mammalian genetics at Cardiff University and a Fellow of the Royal Society. He helped show the cells that form all the tissues in a mouse's body - its embryonic stem cells - can be removed and grown separately in the lab. He also helped create a method to alter genes in mice with amazing accuracy. This breakthrough, known as gene targeting, is assisting the drive to develop new treatments for human illnesses. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/3357677.stm

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12-31-2003, 07:58 PM	#2
Fastasaturtle Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Turtle Island Posts: 407	Nice Read