Stem cells hold the secret to regenerating tissue and maintaining youthful features. Yet, certain cells, such as melanocyte stem cells (McSCs), fail earlier than others, leading to visible signs of ...

In vitiligo, the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. The inner ear contains melanocytes, so vitiligo may also affect a person’s hearing. Patches ...

Research reveals that grey hairs are a small example of a cell choosing to bow out rather than risk turning malignant ...