Article: Capecchi and U. lab zero in on role of adult stem cells

More than one type of adult stem cell seems to exist in the intestine, something that's likely true of other organs as well. And while that means using adult stem cells to treat disease is likely more complicated than previously believed, understanding it likely offers great opportunity to fine-tune approaches for better success, according to Utah's Nobel laureate and research from his laboratory at the University of Utah.

Mario Capecchi likens the surprise finding to scouting the opposing team before an important football game.

"When you know nothing about the other team, anything can happen. Knowing more, even though it's more complicated, means you're better situated to make whatever you ...

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