Studying sleeping brain stem cells; Recreating schizophrenia in the lab - 2025 Metcalf Prizes announced
November 10, 2025
Two researchers using stem cells to study schizophrenia, degenerative diseases and brain cancer are winners of the 2025 Metcalf Prizes for Stem Cell Research, awarded by the National Stem Cell Foundation of Australia today at the...
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Cord blood: what is it and how is it being used?
September 29, 2025
Cord blood – collected from a baby’s umbilical cord following birth – is rich in blood-forming stem cells. Naturally, people are excited about its therapeutic potential. This month, we're pleased to share a new educational resource we've...
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How an Australian mammary scientist’s own placentas ended up in a Danish museum
July 08, 2025
Metcalf Prize winner wins major funding grants for both research and a public exhibition. Dr Felicity Davis won a 2019 Metcalf Prize for her research into how stem cells and calcium affect breast function. The following year...
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