Abstract: The present invention is based in part on a chemically defined method of generating neural stem cells (NSCs) and dopaminergic (DA) neurons from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs). The DA neurons of the invention can be derived from hPSCs and NSCs. The present invention also provides reagents and kits useful for the derivation of neural stem cells and dopaminergic neurons from human pluripotent stem cells.

Abstract: The present invention is based in part the discovery of methods for the generation of neural crest stem cells (NCSCs) from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs). Specifically, the present invention discloses methods for the use of a combination of rho-associated protein kinase (ROCK) inhibitors, glycogen synthase kinase 3 (GSK-3) inhibitors, activing receptor like kinase (ALK) receptor inhibitors and bone morphogenic protein (BMP) receptor inhibitors to derive NCSCs from hPSCs. The present invention also discloses methods to treat neurocristopathic diseases and disorders using NCSCs derived from hPSCs.

Abstract: Provided herein are small molecules for the induction of fibroblast proliferation and increased secretion or production of proteins. The small molecules described herein can be used for the promotion of skin regeneration. Also provided herein are methods for promoting skin regeneration and wound healing.

Abstract: Provided herein are small molecules for the induction of fibroblast proliferation and increased secretion or production of proteins. The small molecules described herein can be used for the promotion of skin regeneration. Also provided herein are methods for promoting skin regeneration and wound healing.

Abstract: The present invention is based in part on a chemically defined method of generating retinal epithelial cells and retinal pigmented epithelial cells from human pluripotent stem cells (hpSCs). The present invention also provides methods and kits for treating degenerative eye disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the seminal discovery of compositions and a method of producing NSC obtained from stem cells derived from parthenogenically activated human oocytes (phNSC). The phNSC of the invention maintain proliferative and differentiation potential during cultivation and expansion.

Abstract: Provided herein are small molecules that have a neuroprotective or modulatory effect in the nervous system. The small molecules provided herein modulate dopaminergic neuronal activity. Also provided herein are methods of for the prophylaxis of or preventing the progression of Parkinson's Disease (PD).

Abstract: The present invention is based in part on a chemically defined method of generating neural stem cells (NSCs) and dopaminergic (DA) neurons from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs). The DA neurons of the invention can be derived from hPSCs and NSCs. The present invention also provides reagents and kits useful for the derivation of neural stem cells and dopaminergic neurons from human pluripotent stem cells.

Abstract: The present invention is based in part methods for treating neurodegenerative diseases and disorders. Specifically, the present invention disclose methods for treating neurodegenerative disorders suing neural stem cells (NSCs) and/or pluripotent stem cell (PSC) derived neurons or neuron precursor cells. The present invention also discloses methods to induce endogenous dopaminergic neurons to release dopamine and increase the levels of dopamine in a subject.

Abstract: Provided herein are small molecules for the induction of fibroblast proliferation and increased secretion or production of proteins. The small molecules described herein can be used for the promotion of skin regeneration. Also provided herein are methods for promoting skin regeneration and wound healing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the seminal discovery of compositions and a method of producing NSC obtained from stem cells derived from parthenogenically activated human oocytes (phNSC). The phNSC of the invention maintain proliferative and differentiation potential during cultivation and expansion.

Abstract: Topical compositions containing lysate of human parthenogenetic stem cells (hpSCs), preferably within a liposomal dispersion, that reduce the visible signs of skin aging and/or cellulite.