How are ips cells made?

Answer 1

Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) are created by reprogramming somatic cells, such as skin or blood cells, to a pluripotent state. This is typically achieved by introducing specific transcription factors, often using viral vectors, which activate genes associated with stem cell properties. The reprogrammed cells can then differentiate into various cell types, similar to embryonic stem cells. This process allows for the generation of patient-specific stem cells for research and therapeutic applications.