D20 - Regenerative Medicine Research In Ohio
Q.1
Where in the United States has the greatest concentration of world class stem cell researchers?
Boston, MA
Research Triangle Park (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill), NC
Cleveland, OH
San Francisco, CA
Q.2
Which of the following statements regarding stem cells is not true?
When stem cells divide, each new cell has the potential to remain a stem cell or differentiate into a cell that has a more specialized function.
Allogeneic stem cells are derived from the patient.
Induced pluripotent stem cells are really hard to control.
The older we get, the fewer stem cells our bodies make.
Q.3
With the help of the Armed Forces Institute of Regenerative Medicine, here in Ohio we have developed which of the following technologies that are currently being used?
Composite tissue allographs to treat massive injuries to limbs or the face.
Advanced bone marrow cell therapies to treat bone loss up to 5cm.
Engineered skin substitutes to teat massive burns.
All of the above technologies are currently being used.
Q.4
How many tissue engineering products have been successfully commercialized in the United States since the year 2000?
0
10
100
1000
Q.5
Which of the following is almost never a barrier in the process of commercializing tissue engineering products?
Competitive markets
Regulations
Technology
Funding