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Stem cell agency launches research into mental health disorders

Gene therapy, image by Natali _ Mis

California launched a $111 million research program last week aimed at developing genetic tools and treatments to help the millions of persons afflicted with mental disorders ranging from autism to schizophrenia. Dubbed ReMIND, it is the largest such concerted effort in the nation.

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Stem cell agency: $75 million for diabetes, brain cancer

Stem cell research in what's known as the "PCR strip." (Image: Science Photo, via Shutterstock)

The California stem cell agency yesterday handed out $75 million, doubling down on a couple of efforts to develop a stem cell therapy and a stem cell tool, plus funding an expansion of its Alpha Clinic network with two new, Northern California sites. The awards bring to $2.34 billion that the nearly 13-year-old agency has committed to stem cell research.

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