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The L7 PBMC Priming-Recovery Kit is supplied with PBMC priming and recovery media, enhancers, and a detailed protocol for PBMC reprogramming utilizing episomal vector technology.

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L7 hiPSC Reprogramming and hPSC Culture System In 2011 Lonza began development on a clinical grade master cell bank. During development it was determined thatexisting commercialproductsdid not provide the optimal xeno-free, defined conditionsfor human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) generation and human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC) culture so theL7 hiPSC Reprogramming and hPSC Culture System was created. Efficient and reliable reprogramming of human somatic cells towards hiPSCs has never been easier!

Stem Cell Transfection using Nucleofector Technology Transfection ofstem cells is typically a very difficult task using non-viral methods. With the Nucleofector Technology stem cells can be consistently transfected at high efficiency for various applications, comprising those that require co-transfection of several substrates:

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The Stem Cell Institute is a modern medical clinic that uses adult stem cells to treat chronic diseases for which there are inadequate standard therapies. The Institute is currently accepting patients with Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes Type 2, Heart Failure, Osteoarthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Spinal Cord Injury.

At the Stem Cell Institute you will find facilities and level of professionalism found in the top medical centers in the United States. In 2009, over 250 international patients where treated at the Panama clinic of the Stem Cell Institute.

The Doctors at the Stem Cell Institute are highly trained specialists, many of whom trained in the U.S. All physicians are multi-lingual and speak English.

All cells used in treatments are processed in accordance with Current Good Tissue Practices (CGTP) in a state-of-the-art laboratory that is licensed and certified by the Ministry of Health of Panama.

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Adult stem cell treatments are now a reality in Panama. They are being used clinically to treat many diseases. One Panama surgeon has stated that the use of stem cells as treatment will forever change the practice of medicine.

Scientists from around the world are embracing adult stem cells as the next frontier in medicine. The abundant clinical data currently available is being translated into powerful medical delivery systems of incredible healing.

Ethical controversy is avoided by using stem cells that do not originate from embryos. The most common sources of adult stem cells are

fat (adipose tissue) bone marrow umbilical cord blood menstrual blood dental pulp

The use of stem cells from adipose tissue involves a mini-liposuction from the patient who is to receive the stem cells. The procedure, with the patient sedated, is performed by a plastic surgeon in an outpatient setting. The procedure is well tolerated, and the patient recovers quickly. Approximately 500 cc of fat is obtained during this procedure and then taken to an approved lab where the cells are processed to obtain the portion that contains the stem cells.

These stem cells are being used in Panama to successfully treat such serious conditions as:

Multiple Sclerosis Spinal Cord Injury Autism Spectrum Rheumatoid Arthritis Polymyalgia Rheumatica Fibromyalgia Heart Failure Crohn's Disease Joint Disorders Many other autoimmune diseases Diabetes, Type II (stem cells help with insulin resistance)

The principle of how these cells help the body is that they home into areas of damage and inflammation. They control the immune system from attacking its own body while they repair some of the damage which has already occurred.

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Rheumatoid arthritis(RA) is a chronic, systemic inflammatory disorder that may affect many tissues and organs, but principally attacks synovial joints. The process produces an inflammatory response of the synovium (synovitis) secondary to hyperplasia of synovial cells, excess synovial fluid, and the development of pannus in the synovium. The pathology of the disease process often leads to the destruction of articular cartilage and ankylosis of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis can also produce diffuse inflammation in the lungs, pericardium, pleura, and sclera, and also nodular lesions, most common in subcutaneous tissue under the skin. Although the cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown, autoimmunity plays a pivotal role in both its chronicity and progression, and RA is considered as a systemic autoimmune disease.About 1% of the worlds population is afflicted by rheumatoid arthritis, women three times more often than men. Onset is most frequent between the ages of 40 and 50, but people of any age can be affected. It can be a disabling and painful condition, which can lead to substantial loss of functioning and mobility if not adequately treated. It is a clinical diagnosis made on the basis of symptoms, physical exam, radiographs (X-rays) and labs; although the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) publish diagnostic guidelines. Diagnosis and long-term management are typically performed by rheumatologist, an expert in auto-immune diseases.[1]Various treatments are available. Non-pharmacological treatment includes physical therapy, orthoses, occupational therapy and nutritional therapy but do not stop progression of joint destruction. analgesia (painkillers) and anti-inflammatory drugs, including steroids, are used to suppress the symptoms, while disease-modifying ant rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) are required to inhibit or halt the underlying immune process and prevent long-term damage. In recent times, the newer group of biologics has increased treatment options.[1]

Rheumatoid arthritis is a form of autoimmunity, the causes of which are still incompletely known. It is a systemic (whole body) disorder principally affecting synovial tissues.

Recent new work to harness the patients stem cells, while combined with low dose chemotherapy has also proved significant in a number of trials. The modification of the autoimmune dysfunctions with stabilization and some reversals of the disease are shown in a number of studies below. It should be noted that in a number of the autoimmune diseases long term response has been observed.

Autologous Stem-Cell Transplant: Phases of the Procedure:

After a review of your medical records and discussions with medical staff, a protocol is designed especially for you. Specifics of your condition are addressed along with any special needs. It may be similar to the one illustrated below:

Day 1:

At the clinic you will be examined by our physicians. Information including any risks and expectations concerning your treatment, plus answers to any questions you may have will be addressed. A blood draw, to determine cell counts and other chemistries will be collected and cell expansion medication may be administered. Then you will return to your hotel for a restful day or a good nights sleep.

Day 2:

At the clinic our physician/s will review the laboratory results, determine if the cell count is within range, and discuss the response to the stimulation. They may or may not provide additional cell expansion medications and may add adjunctive treatments. The levels of your response will determine if you would return to the hotel, with little restriction on your activities, or possibly go forward with harvesting and processing your cells.

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WorldMed Assist now offers stem cell therapy options in Panama. Our medically trained staff can help create a medical travel package that is specifically tailored to your individual needs. Stem cell treatments are being used to address a variety of medical conditions and diseases. Stem cell research has been underway in the United States and worldwide for over 30 years. Stem cell transplantation therapy has led to major breakthroughs in treatments for many conditions that were thought to be incurable.

Due to religious and ethical concerns, WorldMed Assist refrains from treatments that involve the use of embryonic stem cells, or embryonic stem cell research. We provide free initial consultations, which are generally required prior to receiving stem cell treatment. You may fill out our online form to learn more about own individualized medical treatment package.

Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy in general include:

At WorldMed assist, we work only with the most experienced doctors, and the most rigorously inspected medical facilities and hospitals. Stemcell research in Panama has led to newer forms of treatment that can benefit the patient by reducing the need for repeated or ongoing types of treatment. This is because stem cell therapy helps the body in its natural process of regenerating tissues and organs.

Stem cell treatment options in Panama are now affordable thanks to WorldMed Assist. If you have any questions or inquires about stem cell therapy, our medically trained staff can take you through a no-cost consultation process. Stem cell therapy is not available for all patients, although stem cell research is helping to expand the applications of stem cell techniques.

If you would like more information regarding stem cell research and success rates, transplant options, and the different types of adult stem cells, feel free to contact us WorldMed Assist directly. We can provide you with more specialized information, including the latest updates on bone marrow stem cell treatments, and cancer or diabetes treatments.

Through the services of WorldMed Assist, you can obtain leading-edge stem cell therapy in accessible locations like Mexico, China, and selected locations in the U.S. Simply contact WorldMed Assist today and receive a professional consultation at no cost. You can fill out our online form and receive individual guidance throughout the entire treatment process.

We also provide more information on costs: Cost of Stem Cell Therapy

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This is an update on Beverly after only 10 days in Panama for Stem Cell Treatment. She is feeling so much better and you can see it just by the look on her face. She has Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and is healing right now after her first round of Stem Cell Therapy at the Stem Cell Institute in Panama City Panama. This treatment is available to all and we strongly suggest you check out their website at cellmedicine dot com. We are not paid or sponsored in any way by this clinic. We are just telling our story. Hope this will help for you or your loved one.

We are in Panama City to get Stem Cell Treatment for my wife. She has Multiple Sclerosis and lost her sight 10 years ago. My wife has surrfered all of the ailments associated with MS. We have tried everything Canada has to offer for MS and nothing has really helped. My wife took Chemo therapy for 2 years as it was our doctors last resort. This brought back maybe 10-20% of her vision but nothing more. My wife is strong beyond most and will never complain but she is in pain every day. She has difficulty walking and has recently experienced what she calls drop hands. Thinking she has a grip on an object she will then just loose touch with her hand and drop the object. The Canadian doctors upgraded her condition from relapsing remitting to secondary progressive. We could not wait for things to get worse and found Stem Cell Treatment here in Panama at the Stem Cell Institute. My wife starts treatment on Monday and we are hopeful some of the damage will be repaired. Many patients experience a full turn around and end up going of their standard meds after a few months. I believe this will work for her and many others. The clinic has treated over 2000 people and had great success. We are making this YouTube channel and videos for anyone who may consider this treatment. For more info on the clinic and testimonial videos go to www dot cellmedicine dot com. More videos to come showing the treatment and her progress in the coming months. Love and hope to all that are dealing with this condition. I hope we can give some info and a light at the end of this dark tunnel.

This channel documents a lifes journey to healing. True love and positive intention were a huge part of our trip to Panama City Panama. The Stem Cell Treatment at Cellmedicine dot com turned our lives around. My wife is continuing to see results after the treatment and is going to do updated videos each day documenting her healing using the right diet and juicing. My wife lost her sight due to Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and Optic Neuritis. Her sight is going to heal and we are seeing the changes after only 3 weeks. Positive intention, Green Juice Diet and Stem Cell Therapy are the key.

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Science Documentary: Stem Cells,Regenerative Medicine,Artificial Heart,a future medicine documentary

Science Documentary: Stem Cells,Regenerative Medicine,Artificial Heart,a future medicine documentary In each and every one of our organs and tissue, we have stem cells. These stem cells can develop into many different kinds of cells. They can continue to divide in order to replace damaged cell tissue. As we grow older, we loose some of our stem cells, as well as the ability of those stem cells to repair organs and tissue. The function and ability of the stem cells varies greatly between men and women. Each stem cell can become a specific type of cell that has its own function, or it can remain a stem cell. The two main differences between normal cells and stem cells are that stem cells have the potential for self renewal. The second difference is that stem cells can be manipulated to become a specific organ or tissue cell, like muscle cells, bone marrow cells, brain cells, blood cells, and other cells of the central nervous system. The future of medicine will see a huge increase in the use of stem cells to treat various health problems, such as, heart disease, birth defects, paralysis, diabetes and many more. In the field of regenerative medicine, scientist are now able to regenerate whole organs and tissue, and in the future, they will be able to regenerate an entire human heart with the use of stem cells. In the meantime, the development of artificial hearts for transplanting into human patients has grown exponentially. In the early stages of artificial heart development, the heart pumps were a lot larger and a lot bulkier, and were used by doctors to replace just one side of the heart. But now, there are patients that have had heart transplant surgery, in which the entire heart was replaced by a much smaller and completely artificial heart. In the future, doctors may have all the tools readily available to them to treat and cure any form of cardiovascular disease, as well as the ability to treat and cure spinal cord injury. Science Documentary: Graphene , a documentary on nanotechnology and nanomaterials http://youtu.be/IUrqyuw-6Iw Science Documentary: Nanotechnology,Quantum Computers, Cyborg Anthropology a future tech documentary http://youtu.be/sCLnHKl0GT4 Science Documentary: Cognitive science , a documentary on mind processes, artificial intelligence http://youtu.be/0T_nOzpBYxU Science Documentary: Planet formation, a documentary on elements, early earth and plate tectonics http://youtu.be/yQexV341t-E Science documentary : Expansion of the Universe , a science documentary on expanding space http://youtu.be/nxsOVYmwSOk Science Documentary: The Sun, a science documentary on star life cycles, star formation http://youtu.be/VJ9fmAGShvs Science Documentary: Cosmic Microwave Background the oldest light in the universe http://youtu.be/fSPQbrxD75w Science Documentary : Electromagnetic Spectrum , a science documentary on forms of light http://youtu.be/41Q6FeO-_8I ScienceRound on Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/102384224840004876140/102384224840004876140/posts

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The Stem Cell Institute lists academic publications of stem cell research on its website, some of which are in peer-reviewed journals, and some which are not. Although it is difficult to assess the level of potential bias of any scientific research funded by self-interested parties or clinicians, it appears that collaboration with researchers in the US, Europe, and across the world at major universities and other well-respected institutions lends an air of credibility to these publications. Research so far has looked at stem cells in cases of autism, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, rheumatoid arthritis, and critical limb ischaemia among other conditions. Another interesting aspect to the work done at the Stem Cell Institute is that which is being advanced by Dr. Paul Cheney, who became involved with Medistem Inc. in order to promote a cream he had created that purports to change Cell Signalling Factors (CSFs). This cream, which is sourced from the organs of bison (an animal which has been falsely attributed as never suffering from cancer), uses CSFs to compel the body to alter gene expression which is impacting on illness (Sieverling, 2009).

Dr. Cheneys theory is that by re-booting the gene expression prior to stem cell treatment the patient will see more of an effect from the treatment as the stem cells will not be corrupted by faulty, diseased, gene expression. The evidence for this is shaky at best, and the use of the CSFs with stem cells remains untested clinically. Patients should be wary of spending a significant amount of money on treatments which may exacerbate their conditions, particularly those with fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome who can be extremely sensitive to the thymus extract and adrenal extract that may be present in some of these treatments. Cheney himself has sounded the alert about this potential issue, and is, rather sensibly, limiting the CSF therapy to specific patients only (Sieverling, 2009).

The Stem Cell Institute has eight doctors, who appear to be operating out of the Punta Pacifica Hospital, and currently accepts patients with multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Type 2 Diabetes, cardiomyopathy, osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and spinal cord injury. The Stem Cell Institutes website claims that no long term side effects have been reported with this type of treatment. This does not seem exactly true considering the recent complications highlighted in treatment at the XCell Center in Germany, and with a child recently at a clinic in Israel. Prospective patients can contact the institute through their website.

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Stem cell therapy is available in Panama for numerous conditions that have not been approved for treatment in the US. This makes Panama, along with other countries such as Mexico, China, and Germany, popular destinations for medical tourists. The legal framework in Panama allows these clinics to offer treatments using stem cells in an unregulated fashion, which has the benefit of easier access for those unable to obtain treatment in their home country, but carries with it the risks of an untested and, potentially, unsafe procedure.

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The Panama City clinics are well established, easily contactable, and appear to present an attractive option for patients who have exhausted all other treatment possibilities for chronic conditions. Their proximity to the US is an added bonus, allowing for a shorter trip and, therefore less time away from home and work. Patients report excellent care from these facilities, with compassion, encouragement, and professionalism.

There are a few possible centers for stem cell treatment in Panama; the National Hospital, and the Stem Cell Institute, both which are in Panama City.

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Stem Cell Therapy

Stem cell treatment and stem cell therapy may be considered controversial and are, perhaps, viewed as akin to science fiction by some people. However, stem cell treatments have been used regularly in veterinary practice since 2003 for the repair of bone and tissue damage, and have a wealth of research highlighting their efficacy in both humans and other animals. Stem cells are found in plentiful supply in embryonic tissue, but are also found in adult tissues. These cells have the ability to self-renew, giving rise to countless generations of new cells with varying abilities to differentiate into specific cell types. By introducing stem cells into an area of damage or pathology, the body can be encouraged to repair and renew regardless of how old the trauma is. Stem cells also show application for inhibiting the death of cells (apoptosis) through disease, making them candidates for use in treating degenerative illnesses such as Lou Gehrigs disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons disease and Alzheimers.

Stem cells from embryos are considered more flexible in terms of their ability to become either new liver cells, new neurons, new skin cells, and so on, whereas adult stem cells tend to be more restricted to the tissue type from which they were taken. New research is showing that this might not necessarily have to remain the case however, with the plasticity of adult stem cells now under investigation. Stem cell use carries little risk of the resulting tissues being rejected, it appears safe, efficient, and almost endless in its possibilities for application.

Potential Stem Cell Treatments

Conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, spinal cord injury, and cancer, among others, are considered possible candidates for stem cell treatment. Cures for some of these diseases could be closer than previously thought with clinical trials already showing impressive results where stem cells have been used in cases thought intractable. The rapid rate of progression in research and clinical use means that some of the controversial issues, such as the use of embryos as a source of stem cells, have been overcome, with governments around the globe subtly altering their legal policies in order to accommodate new scientific advances. In the US, Bill Clinton was the first president to have to consider the legal issues surrounding stem cells, and subsequent presidents have been forced to readdress the issues time and again in line with medical discoveries. Worldwide, governments have remained generally cautious over the use of this technology but are gradually improving funding access, whilst keeping an eye on the ethics of stem cell treatment, in order to explore the tremendous benefits that appear possible. The credibility of research remains a concern, with some stem cell studies discredited by ethics committees after initial general acceptance of their veracity.

Stem cells may be garnered from living adult donors and, indeed, already are in the case of bone marrow transplants. More usually they are taken from discarded embryos leftover after IVF treatment, or from the placenta after birth. Previously the removal of stem cells resulted in the destruction of these embryos, but now it is possible for scientists to remove the stem cells without this occurring. This development negates some of the criticism faced by the technology from religious groups and ethical bodies over the sanctity of life and the attribution of sentience and autonomy to embryos, gametes, and the foetus. Clearly, some debate remains about these issues in relation to stem cell research, but recent improvements in methodology may remove the need for these considerations completely. Clinicians have demonstrated the possibility of taking adult stem cells and seemingly teaching them to become cells of a different type to their site of removal, effectively returning them to a similar state to that of the embryonic stem cell. Whilst stem cells from embryos remain more reliable and more economical to work with, the use of adult tissue-derived stem cells could revolutionize the research in this field.

As well as stem cell use in pathology and disease, there are also applications in personal aesthetics such as the regeneration of hair follicles and an end to baldness through stem cell treatment. Stem cells are also considered useful in regenerating the skin after injury, without the scarring usually associated with repair. There are reports of paralyzed patients becoming mobile after years in a wheelchair through the use of stem cells injected into the spinal cord, and the rapid disappearance of tumors in brain tissue after stem cells were injected.

Stem cell treatment provides an exciting possibility to change the face of modern medicine, alleviating pain and suffering, and improving the prognosis for millions withe diseases previously thought incurable.

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Don Christensen will board a plane Thursday morning for a flight that he hopes will change his life. Christensen, of Webster, Wis., suffers from multiple sclerosis. He and two personal attendants will fly to Panama, where he is scheduled to receive a stem-cell transplant. The transplants have proven effective in reducing the symptoms associated with MS, according to the testimony of others who have received the treatments. The transplants are not available in the United States.

I think itd be cool if I could reach up and scratch an itch, said Christensen, a quadriplegic. Well give it a shot. Hopefully, it works. Whatever happens, its been a really neat ride.

Don Christensen of Webster, Wis., demonstrates how he shoots his crossbow with a breath-activated trigger device. (News Tribune file photo)

Christensen, 50, is an avid outdoorsman who hunts and fishes from his wheelchair. He uses a breath-activated device to trigger his shotgun, rifle or crossbow. He has hunted deer, turkeys and bears. In February, friends and supporters gathered at a fundraiser in Spooner for Christensen, raising $27,800 for his transplant and associated travel. Donations have now topped $28,000, he said.

The transplant, to be done at the Stem Cell Institute in Panama City, Panama, will cost $21,200, Christensen said in a telephone interview Monday. Travel, lodging other other costs will total about $4,000.

Ive spent last couple weeks talking to people who have done stem cell transplants in Panama, he said. Its amazing. Theres been some miracles happening. It definitely keeps hope alive.

Christensen has been on his MS medicine for seven years. While it has kept his MS symptoms in check, the medicine has a serious potential side effect. The longer a person takes the medicine, the more likely it is that he or she will develop progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, or PML.

After a recent screening, he learned that his risk of PML had increased dramatically. PML is caused by a virus infection that affects the white matter in the brain and targets cells that make myelin the material that insulates nerve cells.

PML has a 30 to 50 percent mortality rate within the first few months of diagnosis, but that depends on the severity of the underlying disease and treatment received, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. People who survive PML can be left with severe neurological disabilities.

Christensen researched the option of the stem-cell transplant and decided it was worth trying. He and two attendants, Jennifer Tripp of Spooner and Dawn Elliott of Trego, plan to be in Panama City for 10 days.

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In February 2010, I met with one of my doctors to determine what path to take next. In that appointment, it was suggested that we had gotten the majority of the benefit I would get from further antimicrobial or detoxification therapies. It wasn't that I wouldn't continue to need to address both infections and toxicity on an ongoing basis, but we seemed to be in "maintenance mode" with these aspects of my condition. I had done quite a bit of work on the emotional aspects of illness along the way as well. So, what next?

It was suggested to me that it was time to look for ways to reverse the 14 years of damage that had taken place as a result of having had Lyme disease; untreated for almost 9 years before it was diagnosed. In looking at regenerative therapies, stem cell therapy is one of the emerging options that appears to be quite promising. So, over the next several months, I started to do research on the various options.

Stem Cell Therapy Options

The first option was embryonic stem cell therapy in India. I had at least half a dozen friends that had already gone to India for therapy and the results were quite impressive overall. It was not a miracle for all of them, but it was probably the closest thing to a miracle I had seen from any one intervention. However, I never seriously considered this option as it would have required several months away from work which wasn't a viable arrangement for me at the time. For those that are interested in the India option, one of the best sources of information is available here.

The second option that I considered was autologous stem cell therapy which is available in the United States. This is a procedure where your own stem cells are obtained via a blood draw, activated, and then reintroduced into your body. One benefit is that they are your own cells so they should in theory not provoke any kind of a negative immune response. At the time I started my research, I only knew of one clinic doing this work with Lyme disease patients, and it was far too early for me to feel ready to take the leap. I knew a few people that were doing the therapy with unclear results so I crossed this option off the list. (Interestingly, I'm more open to it now and will discuss that later.)

The third option that I was aware of was umbilical stem cell therapy in Panama. The Stem Cell Institute was the same clinic where Dr. Paul Cheney had been sending his CFS patients with reportedly good results. The stem cells are taken from donated umbilical cords of healthy babies born in Panama or Costa Rica. About this time, I met a lady that had already gone once prior and had very promising results. She was a CFS patient but also had Lyme and related tick-borne infections.

I asked several different doctors for their thoughts on the Panama option and other than cost/potential benefit ratio, I got very positive feedback, including from one doctor that had personally toured the Costa Rican facility that had previously been run by the same company. So, after months of researching and weighing the options, I decided to proceed with umbilical stem cell therapy in Panama.

The Trip

In late August 2010, I went to Panama to have stem cell therapy. I decided at the time that I wasn't ready to talk about it publicly and that I needed to have my own experience with the millions of new friends that would soon be running around within me. I also felt like I didn't really have anything to say early on in the process and honestly, I'm still forming my opinion on the benefits of the stem cell therapy.

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MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

More than 500 business executives, entrepreneurs, academics and other stakeholders gathered at the JW Marriott Marquis for BioFloridas 15th Annual Conference, the hallmark industry event for Floridas bioscience industry. This years event was stacked with dynamic speakers and panelists representing the states growing bioscience community. The conference was kicked off with a keynote speech from Floridas 43rd Governor and bioscience champion, Jeb Bush, followed on Tuesday by an engaging keynote address from Bernie Siegel, J.D., founder and executive director of the Genetics Policy Institute and founder and chair of the World Stem Cell Summit.

BioFloridas goal is to support and maintain the momentum that Floridas bioscience industry has gained by coordinating and facilitating informative, interactive and industry-advancing networking events such as this years annual conference, said Russell Allen, president and CEO of BioFlorida.

The BioFlorida conference featured other high-profile speakers including the leaders of two Florida universities: Florida International University President Mark R. Rosenberg and University of Miami President Donna E. Shalala. Frank R. Nero, president and CEO of The Beacon Council, joined Rosenberg and Shalala for a discussion on higher educations role in building a bioscience economy.

Attendees engaged with state and global leaders from top research institutions, including the Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute and the University of Florida Sid Martin Biotechnology Incubator; and leading bio-focused companies including Medtronic, Merck & Company Inc., Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation and GE Healthcare. The conference discussions included panelists from several different countries including China, Denmark, England and Panama.

Not only did the conference provide a platform for the exchange of innovative ideas, global perspectives and best practices, it provided young companies an opportunity to connect with investors, said Les Croland, conference chair and attorney with Edwards Wildman Palmer, an international law firm that specializes in private equity, venture capital, corporate and finance transactions, among other specialties.

Over the past five years, an increasing number of bio-focused companies have chosen to open facilities in Florida. According to the University of Florida Sid Martin Biotechnology Incubators Florida BioDatabase, 215 biotechnology companies now call Florida home a more than 40 percent increase from five years ago. The state has also seen an increase in venture capital investment among start-up bioscience companies. As outlined in Floridas BioPulse: A Snapshot of the Bioscience Industry, the biomedical venture capital investments in Florida increased during 2011 to nearly $87 million, a 200 percent jump from 2010. BioFlorida is supporting this growth by providing networking and professional development platforms, such as the 15th Annual Conference for the states rising bioscience industry stakeholders.

Dr. Shailesh Chavan senior director of clinical research, medical affairs & drug safety at Biotest Pharmaceuticals, which opened a Florida facility in 2007 said the companys move was fueled by Floridas rising bioscience reputation.

While Biotests corporate headquarters are in Germany, Florida was strategically selected as the location of our state-of-the art manufacturing facility, said Dr. Chavan. Through investment and accelerated growth, Florida has established itself as a state that supports the advancement of bioscience research, innovation and business.

Floridas bioscience industry has a full calendar of events for the remainder of 2012, including the World Stem Cell Summit in West Palm Beach December 3 5. Additional upcoming events hosted by BioFlorida can be found here.

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On March 3, 2011, Chris Niles was cutting down a branch in his woody backyard. The tree fell, and Niles wasnt able to get out of the way in time.

He lay in the woods for more than three hours before he was found. He was wearing a red hat that day, which he propped on a branch that allowed his family to spot him.

I remember it was late at night when my mom found out, and she told me, Just pray for him, said Elizabeth Yazbek, a Youngstown State University graduate student and Niles cousin. We werent sure if he was going to makeit or not.

The tree shattered Niles spinal cord from the sixth thoracic vertebrae, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. Wheelchair-bound, he attends therapy three times a week to work out his upper body.

Niles was told that he would never be able to walk again. As a father of two sons and an active individual before his accident, he wasnt able to accept this.

My family researched stem cell treatment and found this place in Panama, Niles said.

He now travels to Panama a few times a year to receive stem cell treatments. So far, hes had four treatments. The treatments have been working, he said.

Niles now has limited feeling in his toes, and hes shown progress toward being able to walk again.

These treatments cost upward of $10,000 a visit.

So, to help with expenses, Yazbek plans to run a marathon; all of the money she raises will go toward her cousins treatments.

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07/03/2012 . (TMZ) Mel Gibson THREATENED his own 78-year-old step-mom ... SPIT IN HER FACE ... and sabotaged her marriage ... this according to legal docs filed by the woman and obtained by TMZ.

Teddy Joye Hicks Gibson -- who married Mel's father Hutton Gibson in 2001 -- has filed for a restraining order against Mel ... claiming he exploded on her several times and now she fears for her safety.

In the docs, Joye claims Mel and his sister Maura hate her guts ... because she doesn't approve of the controversial medical treatments they've been pressuring Hutton to undergo to treat his various ailments.

In the docs, filed by attorney Brian J. Kramer, Joye describes several outbursts in detail:

October 2011 -- Mel screams at Joye because Joye does not approve of "experimental Ozone treatments" Hutton was undergoing for an undisclosed illness.

"Mel began yelling and saying, 'f*ck this and f*ck that' while leveling other extremely offensive language at me."

Joye claims Mel warned her "not to f*ck with [Hutton's] treatments in any way."

January 2012 -- While visiting Hutton in the hospital, Joye claims she said something that set Mel off ... and "Mel got up, looking wild and began yelling at me in a very loud and terrifying voice."

"Mel was so upset and screaming so fiercely that I could see his face turn red."

March 2012 -- Joye, along with Mel and his sister Maura, accompanied Hutton to Panama for stem cell treatment for his hip.

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Mel Gibson's stepmother has filed a restraining order against the actor, claiming he unleashed his anger at her several times and now fears for her safety, it was reported today.

Teddy Joye Hicks Gibson -- who married Mel's father Hutton Gibson in 2001 -- has filed the documents detailing the alleged abuse, TMZ reported.

In the documents, Joye said the hot-headed actor and director and his sister Maura hate her because she doesn't approve of the controversial medical treatments they've been pressuring Hutton to undergo to treat various ailments.

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In October 2011, Joye said Gibson screamed at her because Joye did not approve of "experimental Ozone treatments" Hutton was undergoing for an undisclosed illness, according to TMZ.

"Mel began yelling and saying, 'f--k this and f--k that' while leveling other extremely offensive language at me."

Joye claims Mel warned her "not to f--k with [Hutton's] treatments in any way."

This past March, Joye said Gibson accompanied Hutton to Panama for stem cell treatment for his hip. Gibson was cooking and offered some to Joye. When she declined due to a stomach ache, Gibson allegedly reamed her out, according to TMZ.

"Mel looked at me in disgust and said that I was insulting him by not eating. He then threatened that if I did not eat he would have me put outside," she said.

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A white earpiece connects to a cellphone atop a piece of Plexiglas surrounding her wheelchair. Her limp yet functional fingertips push the screen to accept a call one of many throughout the day from an ever-growing client base.

Novatos Abelina Magana, a mother of three teenagers, is an optimistic woman, a quality she says was essential in her survival, her recovery and her journey back to work in May.

Magana, 39, smiled as her caregiver wheeled her into her new home office, which is filled with paperwork, computers and a large whiteboard on the wall that lists potential clients. With seven escrows in the works, she focuses on four home listings, just weeks after restarting her career.

Five years ago Maganas husband gunned her down in an attempted murder-suicide, leaving her a quadriplegic. Shes amazed doctors by not only returning to her real estate career at Novato-based Frank Howard Allen Realtors but gaining mobility in her arms through controversial stem cell treatments.

She is so successful because she is a great agent, said Miguel Paredes, Maganas business partner. Its because people respect her and shes extremely intelligent.

Paredes assisted Magana on her first lease and has since eagerly committed to working with this woman who inspires him with her ambitious attitude.

She was rookie of the year and sold over 40 homes during her first year in 2002, Paredes said. Shes a fighter. Shes always had that reputation in the community.

Magana keeps motivated by biking eight miles a day with the help of an electric stimulator pad that forces her muscles to respond. Its part of a four-hour daily regimen of physical therapy. Shes also gained the use of both arms after undergoing two stem cell treatments in Panama.

Were at the beginning stages, but I know for a fact that it helps people, she said. It helped me.

The expensive treatments were made possible by local fundraising efforts. The first treatment cost $30,000, the second $21,000, and the final will cost $15,000. Travel and hotel expenses are not included.

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Eternal optimist

LAS VEGAS, June 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cord Blood America, Inc. (OTC BB: CBAI) is pleased to announce it has finalized an Agreement with the individuals from whom CBAI acquired its majority interest in BioCordcell (BioCells) Argentina, S.A. regarding the 2011 earn-out, previously in dispute as disclosed in the Company's most recent 10Q and 10K filings.

The terms of the Agreement limit the cash payout to the sellers during 2012 to $60,000. Additionally, the Agreement provides for future cash amounts, not to exceed $440,000, to be paid through CBAI's percentage portion of dividends earned solely based on BioCells' operating performance in 2012 and 2013. This structure should also reverse a portion of the previous accrual related to the 2011 earn-out amount on the balance sheet booked for year ending 2011, and negates any further balance sheet liability which could have been recorded upwards of $455,000 if no such agreement was reached.

"I am most pleased that the sellers of BioCells, through Diego Rissola, President of BioCells, and Cord Blood America management were not only able to reach an agreement on the final year of the earn-out, but also use the extensive dialogue to strengthen several components of the relationship that will leverage the two entities in the years ahead," said Chairman and President Joseph Vicente.

Mr. Vicente in addition said:

"It is exciting to see the ever increasing recognition by the Latin American population of the value of storing stem cells. We believe our relationship with BioCells places us in a unique position to continue to expand our knowledge and presence in South America and Central America for this growing population, as we also continue to expand our efforts in reaching the Hispanic population in the United States," Mr. Vicente concluded.

About Cord Blood America

Cord Blood America, Inc. is the parent company of CorCell Companies, Inc., which facilitates umbilical cord blood stem cell preservation for expectant parents and their children. Its mission is to be the most respected stem cell preservation company in the industry. Collected through a safe and non-invasive process, cord blood stem cells offer a powerful and potentially life-saving resource for treating a growing number of ailments, including cancer, leukemia, blood, and immune disorders. To find out more about Cord Blood America, Inc. and CorCell Companies, Inc., visit our websites: http://www.corcell.com/ for customer information and http://www.cordblood-america.com/ for investor information.

Forward-Looking Statements

Some statements made in this press release are forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We use words such as "anticipate," "believe," "expect,'' "future," "intend," "plan," and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. These statements including those related to the growth of the industry, new stem cell treatments, and the Cord Blood America's performance, are only predictions and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Additional risks are identified and described in the Company's public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements made herein are as of the date of this press release and should not be relied upon as of any subsequent date. The Company's past performance is not necessarily indicative of its future performance. The Company does not undertake, and the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect occurrences, developments, events, or circumstances after the date of such statement.

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Daniel Leonard is doing all he can to walk again, and after a recent course of stem cell treatment hes as close as he has been since a few months after the 2005 injury that put him a wheelchair.

He was 22 years old and about to begin his third year of college when he woke up one August morning on the floor at his familys Johnson City home unable to move and struggling to breathe.

While the cause of his injury remains a mystery, what is known is that three vertebrae near the top of his spine had been crushed, leaving him paralyzed from the neck down, on a ventilator and not expected to never walk or even breathe on his own again.

Six months after undergoing surgery to remove the bone fragments from his spinal cord, Leonard, who had played several sports in high school and was boxing at the Johnson City Athletic club prior to his injury, was exceeding all expectations.

In treatment at the Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center in Knoxville, he was not only breathing independently, he was pulling himself up on parallel bars and being fitted with leg braces to help him take his first steps.

Then the unthinkable happed, again. Because there had been nothing done to stabilize his damaged vertebrae, his spine collapsed at the site of his injury and all of his progress was lost.

I worked my butt off to get to the point I was about to start walking, he said. But the gains he had made in upper body strength were erased and there was no longer any movement in his legs.

After a second surgery to fuse the bones, his condition was labeled as incomplete paraplegia characterized by limited movement and sensation in all the muscles below his neck and none at all in his legs. Doctors told his family he would never be able to move his legs, and for many years he could not.

For a while, he lived independently with the assistance of a caregiver. When his caregiver left, he moved to a nursing home, expecting to stay only long enough to find another place and another caregiver. But without money to finance that plan, months turned into years and the Four Oaks Health Care Center in Jonesborough became his home for the long term.

Early last year, things took a turn for the better when for reasons unknown he began to regain some movement in his legs. Encouraged, Leonard once again threw all his effort into physical therapy. In October, he began working out regularly with Amy Caperton, a personal trainer at the Tri-Cities Lifestyles fitness center in Johnson City, and coupled that with physical therapy at the new Mountain States Rehabilitation Center.

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