Paula's story: stem cells and brain repair

Paula met with Professor Roger Barker to ask some questions about exciting new stem cell techniques. These may help patients with neurodegenerative conditions.
To find out more about out research, visit: www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk/
To learn more about stem cells, visit: www.eurostemcell.org/
If you have any questions about stem cells and neurodegeneration please ask them below and we will try to respond.

[@ananthnaren9183]

Wonderful , salute to this stem cell brain growth repair scientists

[@tacobottle4217]

nice video! very informative.

[@perceptioniseverything648]

Can you do the same thing but for optic nerves axons and ganglions retina cells? How would it work if I’d like to have a consult for healing the meninges, brainstem and optic nerves

[@indervirhundal7672]

How much does it cost and can you get it for autism - stem cell treatment for autism

[@scicambridge]

Hi Indervir - we're a research institute rather than a clinic offering paid-for treatments. You might be interested in the Eurostemcell.org website which has lots of information about stem cell research and various conditions and treatments.

[@Taric25]

This video is six years old. Did these clinical trials ever happen?

[@anthonycarney7849]

I would put myself forward to try it out on myself I live in Northern Ireland and stroke care is back in the 60s

[@marydat6578]

@anthonycarney7849, thank you for sharing your perspective, and it's really disheartening to hear about the challenges you're facing with stroke care in Northern Ireland. I completely understand the willingness to try out new treatments, especially when local healthcare feels outdated. It's a difficult position to be in when you have to go to great lengths (sometimes even flying across the world) to receive the care you need. The results may be good, but the journey and the stress involved can certainly take a toll. Had I been in your situation, I would have likely felt compelled to do the same - taking the risk of venturing far from home for better healthcare options. No one should have to travel such distances to get adequate treatment, and it speaks volumes about the urgent need for healthcare reform in various parts of the world, including Northern Ireland. It's high time for updates to stroke care, bringing it in line with the latest research and medical advancements. Let's hope that sharing our experiences and concerns can help bring attention to this critical issue. Thanks again for your comment, and I wish you all the best in your journey.

[@eyeteyteras1717]

how government allowed this shlt this is beyond fixing 1 issue this is road to immortality ur fixing what cant be fixed by your body which is what makes aging aging

[@joemeschke]

Forget immortality, let's just live in good health throughout our lives!