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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Somatic (adult) stem cells Somatic (adult) stem cells The term 'Somatic (adult) stem cells' as it applies to the area of stem cell research can be defined as 'A relatively rare undifferentiated cell found in many organs and differentiated tissues with a limited capacity for both self renewal (in the laboratory) and differentiation. Such cells vary in their differentiation capacity, but it is usually limited to cell types in the organ of origin. This is an active area of investigation'. Previous 5 Terms: solution solution methods solution set solve Solvent Next 5 Terms: Somatic cell Somatic cell gene therapy Somatic cell genetic mutation Somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) Somatic effects of radiation About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.