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Stem cells and differentiation

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Why this, why now

This unit explores the function of stem cells and the importance of cell differentiation. It discusses the benefits and risks of stem cell use in medicine, evaluates applications of science, and considers the personal, social, economic, and environmental implications of scientific decisions.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Ardaydu waa inay yaqaanaan aasaaska maadada.
  • Ardaydu waa inay awoodaan inay raacaan tilmaamo fudud.
Unit 11 / 13

Stem cells and differentiation

This unit explores the function of stem cells and the importance of cell differentiation. It discusses the benefits and risks of stem cell use in medicine, evaluates applications of science, and considers the personal, social, economic, and environmental implications of scientific decisions.

4 lessons
  1. Using stem cells in medicine: potential benefits, risks and ethical issues
  2. Meristem cells in plants
  3. Specialised cells, unspecialised cells and differentiation
  4. Stem cells in animals