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This review article summarizes historical development of stem cell research, presents current knowledge on the plasticity potential of both embryonic and adult stem cells and discusses on the future of stem cell based therapies.

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Zech, N.H., Shkumatov, A. & Koestenbauer, S. The magic behind stem cells. J Assist Reprod Genet 24, 208–214 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10815-007-9123-z

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