Placenta : Science World Report

Dec 23, 2015 11:22 PM EST

Diabetes Drug May Help Prevent Preeclampsia In Pregnant Women

A new diabetes drug could help prevent preeclampsia, according to a recent study.

Oct 14, 2015 12:25 PM EDT

Cell Conversion: Scientists Convert Mouse Skin Cells to Stem Cells in Breakthrough Study

Scientists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem successfully converted mouse skin cells into functional placenta-generating cells, opening an avenue for major advancements in cell donorship.

Jun 27, 2015 05:31 PM EDT

One Stillbirth Increases Risk For Future Pregnancies

New findings published in the most recent issue of BMJ reveal that women who had one stillbirth could be up to four times more likely to experience the same problem with another pregnancy.

Jun 19, 2015 01:20 PM EDT

Study Examines Inner Workers Of Temporary Organ During Pregnancy

Scientists at the National Institute of Health (NIH) have created a "placenta-on-a-chip" device that mimics both the function and structure of the human placenta. Researchers say it is particularly important as the new device, which can be used to model the flow of waste and nutrients between a moth...