Abstract
This research service provides an exhaustive overview of stem cell research and the current trends in technology developments in stem cell research. It discusses the latest technologies that have revolutionized stem cell research with special focus on regulatory and funding, and offers strategic recommendations on expanding the scope of stem cell research.
Table of Contents
1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- Scope and Methodology
- Scope
- Methodology
- Stem Cell Research--Current Status and Promise
- The Promise of Stem Cell Research
- Current Technologies and Trends
- Snapshot of Regulatory Issues and Funding
2 TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION FACTOR ANALYSIS
- Technology Primer
- Prologue--The ' Mother' Cell
- Stem Cell Properties
- Stem Cell Hierarchy
- Stem Cell Types and Sources
- Stem Cells in the Middle Ground
- Mining the Potential--Applications of Stem Cells Research
- Drivers and Challenges in Stem Cell Technology
- Technology and Industry Drivers--Catalysts for Stem Cell Research
- Stem Cell Challenges--An Introduction
- Technical Challenges and Barriers
- Industry Challenges and Barriers
- Stem Cells Research - In the Spotlight
- Scope and Applications of Stem Cell Research--a SWOT Analysis
- Strategic Recommendations for Stem Cell Research
- Prospects of Stem Cells Research--Analyst Insights
- Analysis of Ethical, Regulatory and Funding Issues in Stem Cell Research
- Ethical Issues--Status of the Embryo as an Entity
- Ethical Issues--Abortions and Stem Cell Research
- Legal Issues in Applying Stem Cells as Therapeutic Products
- Global Regulatory and Funding Scenario
3 KEY INNOVATIONS IN STEM CELL RESEARCH
- Innovations in Stem Cell Research in Industry
- Progenitor Cells Inspire a Therapy for Renal Failure
- Autologous Cells Offer a Platform for Cartilage Repair
- Cell Processing Device Positively Impacts Stem Cell Banking
- Drug-Based Induction of Stem Cells Offers Hope for Treating Neural Disorders
- Stem Cell Separation Leads the Way in Effective Cell-Based Therapy
- Developing Neural Cells Patients Can Call Their Own
- The First Clinical Demonstration of an Embryonic Stem Cell Product for Spinal Cord Injury
- Stem Cells Merge into Biological Scaffolds to Redefine Wound Management
- Stem Cells Provide a Platform for the Development of Therapies for Neurological Disorders
- Encapsulation System Evades Immune Response Post Cell Transplantation
- Differentiated Stem Cells Offer Hope for Respite from Metabolic Disorders
- Stem Cell Therapy Offers New Hope for a Healthy Heart
- Technology Enables the Body to Realize the Potential to Replace Damaged Organs
- Autologous Cells Give the Heart a Fresh Lease of Life
- Diversity of Cell-Based Platforms Redefines the Scope of Stem Cell Research
- Bioreactor System Controls the Differentiation of Stem Cells
- Innovations in Stem Cell Research in Academia
- ' New Born Neurons’ Show Promise
- Stem Cells for Low Back Pain Therapy
- A Hybridized Approach for Tooth Regeneration
- ‘Ethical’ and ‘Cure’ Potent Stem Cells in the Amniotic Fluid
- A Regenerative Device--Stem Cell Coated Stents
- ‘Reprogramming’ Adult Cells to Pluripotency
- Stem Cells as ' Smart Bombs' to Attack Metastatic Tumors
- Embryonic ‘Remnants’ in the Adult Hair Follicle
- Embryonic Stem Cells Generate A Beating Heart And Blood Vessels In The Lab
4 KEY PATENTS AND CONTACTS IN STEM CELL RESEARCH
- Key Patents
- Industry Patents
- Academia Patents
- Database of Key Participants
- Key Industry Participants
- Key Academic Participants
5 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE
- Database Tables
- Global Government R&D Expenditure for Biotechnology
- Global Percent Government R&D Investment in Biotechnology
- Global Pharmaceutical R&D Expenditure in Biotechnology (2002-2012)
- Global Percentage Government Pharmaceutical R&D Investment in Biotechnology (2002-2012)
