The document discusses the types and applications of stem cells, including embryonic stem cells (pluripotent) and adult stem cells (multipotent), outlining their roles in wound healing, drug delivery, 3D bioprinting, treating macular degeneration, and diabetes. It highlights the advantages of adult stem cells in research and therapy, particularly their lower ethical controversy compared to embryonic stem cells. Additionally, the document details specific methodologies and advancements in stem cell application, such as the use of mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes for therapeutic purposes.
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