Susan Lim: Transplant cells, not organs

The transcript discusses the evolution of liver transplants, highlighting the challenges faced by early pioneers. It addresses the shortage of donor organs and the ethical issues surrounding organ donation, especially from living and unrelated donors. The speaker shares personal experiences and ethical dilemmas encountered while harvesting organs from executed prisoners. The narrative shifts to the potential of cell transplants and stem cell research, emphasizing the promise of induced pluripotent stem cells (IPS) and fat-derived stem cells. The speaker concludes with the future potential of stem cell therapies in treating various diseases, offering hope for improved quality of life.

What are some conditions that stem cell therapies may potentially cure?

What personal experience did the speaker have that changed their perspective on patient care?

How might stem cell research impact the need for donor organs in the future?

What is the significance of the research being conducted on stem cells for spinal cord injury?