A Mount Sinai study found that single-cell atlases, used for mapping the human body and training AI models, may not accurately represent global populations. The analysis of over 13,500 samples revealed an overrepresentation of European ancestry and underrepresentation of Asian and Latino individuals, highlighting the need for diverse a...
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalCell Genomics·DateJul 20, 2026
The STEM-PD trial demonstrated the safety and feasibility of stem cell-derived dopaminergic cell transplantation in patients with moderate to advanced Parkinson's disease. The findings mark an important step in evaluating this approach as a potential treatment strategy for neurodegenerative diseases.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateJul 9, 2026
The International Society for Stem Cell Research convenes its 2026 Annual Meeting in Montréal, showcasing groundbreaking discoveries and emerging clinical advances. The meeting features nearly 1,300 scientific posters and presentations spanning every area of stem cell research.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateJul 8, 2026
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By identifying three distinct developmental stages of photoreceptor cells, researchers aim to determine which cell population is most capable of forming neuronal connections in the eye. This may lead to improved treatment outcomes for late-stage blinding conditions through cell-based therapies.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalFrontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 12, 2026
A team of researchers has discovered large droplets of proteins known as condensates near inactive chromosome regions within the cell nucleus that are a feature of some cancer cells. The newly found condensates store excess gene-activating protein TEAD1, regulating its activity and preventing toxicity to the cell.
SourceJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health·DateJun 11, 2026
UW researchers found that most biology education guidelines lack connections to society, with only 7% of elements discussing ethics and public health issues. This can lead to a lack of engagement and retention among students, as real-world examples support their interest in science and help develop their scientific identity.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalDisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Science Education Research·DateJun 1, 2026
A team of researchers at Kyoto University has discovered that the protein ZO-1 plays a crucial role in collective cell migration by riding ERK activation waves to podosomes on the basal cell surface. This movement enhances force generation, extracellular matrix degradation, and invasive cell migration.
SourceKyoto University·JournalNature Communications·TypeObservational study·DateMay 22, 2026
Researchers at Kyoto University discovered that ATF6α plays a critical role in enabling the survival and proliferation of beta cells under sustained stress, leading to impaired beta cell mass expansion. The study highlights the potential for developing new therapeutic strategies to preserve and restore beta cell mass in diabetes.
SourceKyoto University·JournalDiabetes·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 6, 2026
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A new study uses a human stem cell-derived model to identify potential therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), highlighting glycyrrhizin as a promising candidate. Glycyrrhizin significantly prevents intestinal cell death in both stem cell models and mice with IBD, reducing inflammation and cell death.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·JournalStem Cell Reports·DateApr 16, 2026
Researchers reveal distinct fates for individual cells under the same pyroptosis-inducing conditions, highlighting heterogeneity in cell death decisions. Extracellular protease-mediated proteolytic cleavages drive nuclear envelope disruption and genomic DNA degradation, promoting efficient phagocytic clearance of necrotic cell remnants.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalVita·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 15, 2026
The Stem Cell Report podcast has marked five years of exploration in stem cell research, capturing significant progress in human development, disease, and regenerative medicine. The anniversary episode reunites past guests to discuss the field's evolution, highlighting advances in therapies, organoid systems, and global standards.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateApr 14, 2026
PhytoCell, an ensemble learning framework, analyzes plant single-cell RNA sequencing data to identify marker genes and assign cell types accurately. The framework achieves precise annotation of cell subpopulations and effectively removes redundant noise.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalThe Crop Journal·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 13, 2026
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A new study maps how rare mixed tumors evolve into hybrid cell states and immune-protected neighborhoods, pointing to new ways to detect and treat combined small-cell lung cancer. The findings reveal that these tumors do not arise from two separate cancers but rather from a single ancestral cell that evolves over time.
SourceInstitute for Systems Biology·JournalCell Reports Medicine·DateApr 10, 2026
Dr. Hongmei Wang joins Stem Cell Reports as an Associate Editor, bringing expertise in early embryo and placental development. Her laboratory investigates mechanisms governing embryonic and placental development, with potential for improving reproductive health outcomes.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateApr 9, 2026
Researchers have identified GSK3α as a common checkpoint controlling stem cell differentiation, maintaining self-renewal and preserving identities in various stem cell types. Inhibiting GSK3α demonstrates its fundamental role in regulating stem cell biology across developmental stages and species.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalCell Research·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 8, 2026
Hal Duncan, a Professor and Consultant in Endodontics at Trinity College Dublin, received the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for his outstanding research contributions in pulp biology. His work focuses on translational pulp biology and applied vital pulp treatment using epigenetic modifications.
SourceInternational Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research·DateApr 6, 2026
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Researchers developed an interpretable machine learning algorithm, scOMM, to classify cell types consistently across different single-cell methods. The integration strategies and scOMM establish a robust approach for cell atlas generation in complex tissues, leading to the discovery of previously undetected rare cell types.
SourceJosep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute·JournalGenome Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 31, 2026
A study published in Cell Chemical Biology reveals that an impaired transport protein and ceramide buildup can trigger replicative senescence, a state where cells remain alive but no longer divide. Ceramides accumulate inside the endoplasmic reticulum, triggering stress signals that lead to cellular limbo.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalCell Chemical Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2026
Researchers develop CAR T cells designed to target both cancer cells and supportive cells in the tumor microenvironment, bearing the surface protein uPAR. The new approach shows significant power to fight cancer with limited impact on other healthy tissues and cells.
SourceMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center·JournalCell·DateMar 30, 2026
The International Society for Stem Cell Research has named Stem Cell Reports as the official conference journal for the Latest Advances in Stem Cell-Based Disease Modelling and Drug Screening meeting. The journal will focus on high-impact research spanning basic discovery to clinical translation in stem cell science.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateMar 27, 2026
Researchers have discovered that vitamin B2 protects cancer cells from ferroptosis, a type of programmed cell death. By targeting vitamin B2 metabolism, cancer cells may become more susceptible to ferroptosis, paving the way for new cancer therapies.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalNature Cell Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2026
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A new study has created a large single-cell atlas that maps the diverse cell types in head and neck tumors, showing how specific cell mixtures and interactions relate to tumor behavior. The atlas highlights candidate targets for improving immunotherapy responses and for overcoming chemotherapy resistance.
SourceBoston University School of Medicine·JournalCommunications Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 12, 2026
New research reveals that tumor cells in supratentorial ependymomas cluster into distinct neighborhoods, each with a specific role, such as proliferating or invading. Understanding these cell subtypes could help predict treatment response and inform targeted therapies for this aggressive childhood brain cancer.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalNature·DateMar 11, 2026
Researchers mapped out the structure of a key player, augmin, in exhaustive detail, revealing its role in plant cell division and shape regulation. The study's findings could lead to new medical treatments and strategies for breeding higher-quality rice and cotton crops.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 5, 2026
Dr. Alexander Meissner, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics, has been named recipient of the 2026 ISSCR Momentum Award for his sustained scientific contributions to developmental and stem cell epigenetics. He will present his work at ISSCR 2026 in Montréal.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateMar 3, 2026
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The ISSCR recognizes Dr. Kyle M. Loh's groundbreaking work on human pluripotent stem cells, enabling precision differentiation of various cell types and bridging stem cell biology and virology. His research has far-reaching implications for developmental biology, disease modeling, and regenerative medicine.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateMar 3, 2026
Stem Cell COREdinates and CorEUstem have transformed the global infrastructure of pluripotent stem cell research by uniting 79 core facilities across continents to advance collaboration, rigor, inclusivity, and innovation. Their shared standards and protocols have strengthened reproducibility and ensured excellence in accessible for in...
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateMar 3, 2026
The International Society for Stem Cell Research has awarded the 2026 ISSCR Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Allen Eaves and late Dr. Connie Eaves, recognizing their groundbreaking work on blood stem cell biology, leukemia, and cancer stem cells. Their research and mentorship have profoundly influenced the field of stem cell science.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateFeb 23, 2026
Researchers developed a new single-cell transcriptomic clock called Tictock to measure aging in specific immune cells. The study found that COVID-19 and HIV alter T cell composition and accelerate the biological age of naïve CD8 T cells, while long-term antiretroviral therapy stabilizes T cell proportions.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeNews article·DateFeb 19, 2026
Researchers develop novel method to manipulate cell structures using weak magnetic fields and isotopes, bridging structural biology, biophysics, and quantum biology. This work offers a potential new strategy for stabilizing damaged brain proteins, typical of neurodegenerative diseases.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 18, 2026
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Aviv Regev, a pioneering computational biologist, will deliver a keynote address on tissue stem cells at the ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting. Her work has transformed our understanding of cell and tissue function in health and disease.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateFeb 12, 2026
The journal welcomes Bo Shen, Ph.D., and Luca Peruzzotti-Jametti, M.D., Ph.D. as Early Career Editors, bringing complementary strengths in stem cell niche biology and metabolism to the editorial board. Their perspectives will help ensure rigorous peer review, relevance, and global engagement.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateJan 29, 2026
Glycosylated RNAs on the cell surface form clusters with RNA binding proteins, regulating interactions with surrounding growth factors and controlling angiogenesis. The study found that altering the amount of RNA on the cell surface can modify intracellular signaling cascades through selective interaction with growth factors.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalNature·DateJan 28, 2026
Researchers identify a protein, PAF15, as a natural brake that prevents DNA replication from becoming overloaded and protects cells from the replication catastrophe. In cancer cells, high levels of PAF15 may create a vulnerability for targeting rapidly dividing tumor cells.
SourceUniversity of Southern Denmark·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 28, 2026
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Researchers have discovered the ExHOS nanomachine, which controls constitutive exocytosis by delivering spherical molecular packages to the cell surface. This process is essential for preserving cell fitness and vital functions such as communication and growth.
SourceUniversitat Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 16, 2026
The International Society for Stem Cell Research published its most downloaded papers of 2025, reflecting the field's scientific range from pluripotency to regenerative medicine. The journal's mission is to publish rigorous, transparent, and consequential science advancing discovery while informing clinical translation.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·JournalStem Cell Reports·DateDec 23, 2025
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center developed a new treatment that selectively targets TRBC2-positive T-cell cancers, preserving approximately 40%–60% of normal T cells. The therapy, an antibody-drug conjugate, provides a long-sought therapeutic option for half of T-cell lymphomas and leukemias.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalNature Cancer·DateDec 22, 2025
Researchers found autophagy plays a major role in ensuring T stem cells undergo normal cell division. Boosting autophagy could enhance memory T cell generation and improve long-term immunity.
SourceMax Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association·JournalNature Cell Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 19, 2025
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Researchers have compiled a comprehensive list of 166 human pluripotent stem cell lines available for clinical applications, guiding researchers and developers in selecting optimal cell lines. The study aims to drive hPSC-derived products towards the clinic, addressing a knowledge gap in off-the-shelf product development.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·JournalStem Cell Reports·DateDec 18, 2025
Researchers at The Hospital for Sick Children have identified a non-coding gene called CISTR-ACT that regulates cell size. By exploring its molecular mechanism, the team found that CISTR-ACT guides a protein called FOSL2 to bind to other genes, controlling cell growth and development.
SourceThe Hospital for Sick Children·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 16, 2025
Biologists have discovered that the talin protein is crucial for successful cell adhesion in animals, a mechanism likely developed from single-celled organisms. The study reveals the evolutionary conservation of this ancient adhesion mechanism, providing new insights into the origins of animal tissues and organs.
SourceUniversity of Münster·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 2025
A new dataset, TripletDGC, reveals the association between disease genes and diseases by characterizing specific cell types. The study highlights critical cell types linked to disease mechanisms, providing deeper insights into molecular basis of diseases.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalFrontiers of Computer Science·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 9, 2025
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The Hevolution/AFAR New Investigator Awards in Aging Biology and Geroscience Research will support 18 junior investigators studying age-related diseases and healthspan. The awards, worth $375,000 each, are designed to advance research projects in basic biology of aging and geroscience.
SourceAmerican Federation for Aging Research·DateDec 9, 2025
The ISSCR, SDB, and the Allen Institute are hosting a three-day scientific symposium featuring early-career scientists, focusing on cross-disciplinary exchange and amplifying emerging leaders in developmental biology and stem cell science. Confirmed topics include data analysis, model systems, spatial awareness, and cell fates.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateNov 13, 2025
The Biohub initiative combines world-class compute capacity, frontier AI research and engineering, and state-of-the-art experimental and imaging technologies to accelerate science. The combined team will develop datasets, laboratory technologies, and modeling innovations needed to build next-generation AI systems for biological discovery.
Researchers found that manipulating P bodies, cellular storage units, can efficiently create hard-to-develop cell types in the lab. This discovery could lead to advances in fertility treatments, regenerating organs, and testing new drugs. The study also sheds light on how embryos form and disease originates.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 3, 2025
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A new study found that selective RNA sequestration in P-bodies directs cell fate transitions by preventing translation of key cell fate-related proteins. This mechanism allows for the generation of clinically relevant cell types, such as primordial germ cells and totipotent-like cells.
SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 29, 2025
The acquisition unifies genetics and stem cell research expertise to accelerate discovery and translate science into therapies. Researchers will gain access to advanced platforms, including the NYSCF Global Stem Cell Array, to study disease mechanisms and test treatments.
A study published in Communications Biology reveals that DYRK kinases are essential for maintaining primary cilia length, stability, and morphology. Malfunctioning of these enzymes can lead to cellular communication disruptions, potentially contributing to various health conditions.
SourceKoç University·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeNews article·DateOct 16, 2025
Researchers at UTA discovered that mitochondria can protect a cell from dying by taking in calcium, regulating complex cell death. The findings offer insights into brain development and disease, potentially leading to targeted treatments.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalCurrent Biology·DateOct 16, 2025
Researchers from A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology have identified two critical stem cell populations that drive colorectal cancer formation in different colon regions. The study reveals how NOX1 and NPY1R proteins mark distinct stem cell populations, providing new targets and models for developing region-specific cancer t...
SourceAgency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore·JournalNature Cell Biology·DateOct 13, 2025
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Researchers at ETH Zurich discovered how protein condensates contribute to cellular information exchange. The study found that P-body and Whi3 condensates work together to stop cell division when a cell becomes old, as well as control the cell's decision to abandon mating attempts in old age.
The journal has appointed 13 distinguished researchers from around the world to expand its representation across stem cell science disciplines. The new Editorial Board members include experts in basic biology, translational research, clinical application, and ethical considerations.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·JournalStem Cell Reports·DateOct 2, 2025
Researchers at Graz University of Technology created a highly detailed digital twin of the A549 lung cancer cell line, paving the way for individualized cancer treatment. The model simulates calcium dynamics and electrical voltages, allowing for testing of drugs and personalized treatment strategies.
SourceGraz University of Technology·JournalClinical and Translational Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 18, 2025
iRECODE reduces technical and batch noise in single-cell data, revealing cellular patterns hidden by noise. The method outperforms existing techniques with high accuracy and low computational cost, enabling researchers to detect rare cell types and subtle biological changes.
SourceInstitute for the Advanced Study of Human Biology (ASHBi), Kyoto University·JournalCell Reports Methods·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 17, 2025
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PLOS Biology joins forces with MetaROR to enhance the peer-review process, utilizing pre-existing reviewer reports to streamline publication practices. This collaboration aims to promote open science and accelerate meaningful change in research publishing.
The ISSCR has released an updated set of guidelines for stem cell research and clinical translation, incorporating advances in human stem cell-based embryo models. The new guidelines aim to provide clear guidance on the development and application of these innovative models.
SourceInternational Society for Stem Cell Research·DateAug 11, 2025
Researchers mapped the bone marrow T-cell atlas in CML patients, identifying a CML-specific T-cell population and its interaction with the bone marrow microenvironment. The study found that CD8 TE cells play a key role in regulating the CML immune microenvironment.
SourceCompuscript Ltd·JournalGenes & Diseases·DateJul 9, 2025
A novel clustering method combines instance contrastive learning and swapped contrastive learning for scRNA-seq data, achieving more accurate cell clustering performance. The method projects cell representations to a 2D t-SNE space, forming clear boundaries between clusters.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalQuantitative Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2025
Professor Eran Meshorer's groundbreaking research in epigenetics and stem cell biology has uncovered critical insights into chromatin structure and gene expression. His work has broad implications for regenerative medicine, developmental biology, and understanding neurological disorders.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·DateJul 1, 2025
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