Summary
This paper discusses the properties of photoreceptor precursor cells, their molecular properties, and how they can be used in cell transplantation to potentially restore vision.
Categories
Eye health: The paper focuses on the study of photoreceptor cells in the retina, which are crucial for vision, and their potential use in cell transplantation to restore vision.
Aging: The paper discusses the loss of photoreceptor cells, which can lead to irreversible blindness, a condition often associated with aging.
Author(s)
Y Han
Publication Year
2014
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