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Stem cell research in pakistan; past, present and future
Sayeda Anum Zahra1, Sayed Raheel Muzavir1, Sadia Ashraf1
1National Academy of Young Scientists (NAYS), University of the Punjab, Quaid-i-Azam Campus, Lahore, Pakistan.
International Journal of Stem Cells
|May 29, 2015
Summary
Stem cell research in Pakistan is in its early stages, with low publication output and few institutes. Collaboration between government, academia, and industry is crucial to advance this field and benefit patients.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical research
- Regenerative medicine
- Stem cell biology
Background:
- Stem cell treatments offer significant therapeutic potential across various disorders, including cancer, anemia, stroke, and heart conditions.
- Global investment in stem cell research varies, impacting research output and clinical translation between developed and developing nations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the current status of stem cell research in Pakistan.
- To identify strategies for improving stem cell research and its clinical application in Pakistan.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of global stem cell research investment and output.
- Assessment of Pakistan's current position in stem cell research publications and institutional involvement.
Main Results:
- Pakistan's stem cell research progress is significantly slower compared to developed nations and some neighboring developing countries.
- There is a low volume of publications and a limited number of institutions actively engaged in stem cell research in Pakistan.
- Significant investment is observed in advanced countries (USA, UK, Canada) and emerging investment in countries like Iran, Turkey, and India.
Conclusions:
- Stem cell research in Pakistan is nascent, requiring concerted efforts from government, academia, and industry.
- Promoting collaborative research is essential to accelerate progress and address the needs of patients with incurable disorders.
- Advancing stem cell research can lead to reduced economic losses associated with chronic diseases.