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What is the primary responsibility of the Recorder in a group setting?
What is the primary responsibility of the Recorder in a group setting?
- Organizing the group's findings
- Leading the group discussions
- Gathering research information
- Taking notes and summarizing key points (correct)
Which type of stem cell is primarily used to regenerate or repair diseased tissues and organs?
Which type of stem cell is primarily used to regenerate or repair diseased tissues and organs?
- Embryonic stem cells (correct)
- Induced pluripotent stem cells
- Somatic stem cells
- Adult stem cells
In the context of medical uses, what is a common application for adult stem cells?
In the context of medical uses, what is a common application for adult stem cells?
- Replacing cells damaged by chemotherapy (correct)
- Modeling diseases
- Generating immune responses
- Regenerating organs
What condition is NOT typically associated with induced pluripotent stem cells?
What condition is NOT typically associated with induced pluripotent stem cells?
What role does the Facilitator play in a group project?
What role does the Facilitator play in a group project?
Which stem cell type is noted for its potential to model a wide range of diseases?
Which stem cell type is noted for its potential to model a wide range of diseases?
What is a significant challenge associated with the future of stem cell research?
What is a significant challenge associated with the future of stem cell research?
Which stem cell application involves the immune system's role in fighting diseases?
Which stem cell application involves the immune system's role in fighting diseases?
What is the primary function of stem cells in an organism?
What is the primary function of stem cells in an organism?
Which type of stem cell is derived from early embryos?
Which type of stem cell is derived from early embryos?
What distinguishes adult stem cells from other types of stem cells?
What distinguishes adult stem cells from other types of stem cells?
What is a key feature of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)?
What is a key feature of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)?
How do stem cells contribute to the growth and repair of tissues?
How do stem cells contribute to the growth and repair of tissues?
What might be a common misconception about all types of stem cells?
What might be a common misconception about all types of stem cells?
Which group of stem cells is capable of forming various specialized cells, but is not derived from embryos?
Which group of stem cells is capable of forming various specialized cells, but is not derived from embryos?
Which of the following is not a type of stem cell mentioned?
Which of the following is not a type of stem cell mentioned?
Flashcards
Stem Cell
Stem Cell
An undifferentiated cell capable of dividing many times and giving rise to other cell types.
Embryonic Stem Cell
Embryonic Stem Cell
A type of stem cell derived from embryos. It can potentially develop into any cell type in the body.
Adult Stem Cell
Adult Stem Cell
A stem cell found in adult tissues that can differentiate into specific cell types.
Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (iPSC)
Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (iPSC)
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Differentiation
Differentiation
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Multicellular Organisms
Multicellular Organisms
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Specialized Cell
Specialized Cell
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Development
Development
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Stem Cell Types
Stem Cell Types
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Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
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Stem Cell Applications
Stem Cell Applications
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Researcher Role
Researcher Role
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Reporter Role
Reporter Role
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Recorder Role
Recorder Role
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Study Notes
Stem Cells
- Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that have the ability to develop into various specialized cell types.
- They play crucial roles in growth, repair, and development processes.
- Stem cells are a vital component of multicellular organisms
- Stem cells can be categorized into different types like embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, and induced pluripotent stem cells.
Types of Stem Cells
- Embryonic stem cells: Derived from embryos, these cells are capable of differentiating into any cell type in the body.
- Adult stem cells: Found in various tissues, these cells are specialized to generate cells within that particular tissue.
- Limited ability to become other cell types.
- Limited ability to divide and multiply.
- Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs): Created by reprogramming adult cells to acquire a similar capacity to embryonic stem cells.
- Good potential in medicine but a relatively new area of research.
Medical Uses
- Embryonic stem cells: Used in experimental treatments to regenerate or repair damaged tissues and organs.
- Adult stem cells: Used in therapies like stem cell transplants.
- iPSCs: Used to model various diseases in investigations which could lead to potential new treatments or therapies.
- Used in modelling diseases like Alzheimer's disease, heart diseases, kidney disease, muscle disorders, diabetes alongside others.
Specialized Cells
- Multicellular organisms are composed of specialized cells with diverse functions.
- Different cell types within an organism have distinct roles.
Starter Questions
- Discussion prompts for a video related to stem cells:
- How many members were in the video?
- What special job roles were observed?
- Were all job roles similar?
- What was the goal of the emergency team depicted in the video.
- Follow up question on relation to human organization: How does the emergency team relate to the organization of multicellular organisms (humans)?
Defining Stem Cells
- A stem cell is an undifferentiated cell within an organism with the ability to repeatedly divide.
- These undifferentiated cells are capable of generating new cells from different cell types through differentiation.
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