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Stem cell is a type of cell that posses the capability of self renewal and have potential to differentiate into variety of cell types. Depending on the origin they are divided into embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells which are further divided into haematopoietic stem cell, mesenchymal stem cells, neural stem cells, mammary stem cells and intestinal Stem cells. These stem cells show potential approach for human benefits in repairing the damaged tissues while maintaining their differentiated stage.
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I am pursuing B.tech- M.tech in biotechnology from Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University Jaipur and currently doing dissertation project from National Institute on Plant Biotechnology, Pusa