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  • Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine.

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  • Cell transdifferentiation involves a cell changing its lineage to adopt another cell type's phenotype.
  • Techniques like somatic cell nuclear transfer and induced pluripotent stem cells have advanced this field.
  • Reported instances include adult stem cells and differentiated cells transforming into other lineages.

Approach:

  • This review synthesizes current knowledge on stem cell differentiation and transdifferentiation classification.
  • It examines the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of cell transdifferentiation.
  • New research avenues in human cell applications and molecular replacement therapy are discussed.

Key Points:

  • Cell transdifferentiation provides a promising avenue for cell-based therapies.
  • Understanding cell fate regulation through differentiation, dedifferentiation, and transdifferentiation is crucial.
  • The review covers advantages, challenges, and future directions in transdifferentiation research.

Conclusions:

  • Cell transdifferentiation holds significant potential for diverse applications, including regenerative medicine.
  • Further research is needed to overcome challenges in human cell transdifferentiation and molecular replacement therapy.
  • This review offers insights into cell fate plasticity and its regulatory mechanisms.