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Cherian and co-authors G. Nandhini and Anil Kurian are all oral pathologists in India, so they include a chapter on stem cells in dental tissue. Otherwise, they consider the nature of stem cells and their application in medicine generally, and explore applications in several areas. Writing for non-specialist students, researchers, and practitioners they discuss properties and types of stem cells, embryonic and adult stem cells, potential uses of human stem cells, tissue engineering, gene therapy, and cancer stem cells. The volume is abundantly and colorfully illustrated. Annotation c2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
