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Neurons and astrocytes from neural stem cells

Differentiated neural stem cells

Neurons derived from neural stem cells

Neurone development, embryoid body

Human stem cell embedded in a 3D matrix, Cryo SEM

Goblet cells are packed full of mucous globules (blue), which they release to provide lubrication and protection to the inner surfaces of the intestine and the respiratory system among others. The mucous globules are condensed inside the goblet cell but expand hugely once they are released, absorbing water within 20 milliseconds. This rapid release occurs in response to lots of different stimuli and allows the mucous to get to work instantly.

Mouse embryonic stem cells

Astrocytes derived from human neural stem cells. Astrocytes are crucial for correct brain function.

Developing mouse embryo days 1-4

Neural stem cells transplanted into a mouse brain

Mouse blastocyst stage embryo

Brain cancer stem cells

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Neurons derived from neural stem cells

Neurone development, embryoid body

Neural stem cells transplanted into a mouse brain

Mouse blastocyst stage embryo

Brain cancer stem cells