Researchers make insulin-producing cells from skin cells

(HealthScout) UPDATED 2009-09-01

Researchers have been able to make insulin-producing cells from skin cells, leading to hope that it may one day be a viable option for people who have Type 1 diabetes. Read full story >

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Researchers make insulin-producing cells from skin cells

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