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High hopes for space grown stem cells

WRITTEN BY: Jennifer Ellis

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Growing stem cells in space? Scientists think they might be able to grow faster and better without gravity.

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Jennifer Ellis

Master's (MA/MS/Other)

I love all things science and am passionate about bringing science to the public through writing. With an M.S. in Genetics and experience in cancer research, marketing and technical writing, it is a pleasure to share the latest trends and findings in science on LabRoots.

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