Stem cells: worth banking on?

by Robert Biddle May 16, 2013

written by Robert Biddle May 16, 2013

Between an executive order from United States President Barack Obama in 2009 and a papal endorsement in 2011, stem cell science has reached the forefront of medical research and is revolutionizing healthcare. Not surprisingly, the stem cell wave has reverberated in Lebanon, and the Bsalim-based Middle East Institute of Health (MEIH) is looking to take an early lead in using stem cells for regenerative medicine. MEIH’s new project, the Regenerative Medical Center, or Reviva, takes the unique approach of coupling both stem cell storage and therapy units under one roof. Dr. Henri Azar, chairman of MEIH, first toyed with the idea when the institute was installing its genetics lab five years ago. According to him, a French specialist that came specifically for the genetics lab told him at the time, “you are the only one who is talking about this.” Two and a half years later, Azar and several other

Healthcare in Lebanon

Robert Biddle

Robert was the Managing Editor of Executive magazine Supervised and oversaw the publication process for a business magazine, from generating the table of contents to the final stages of proofing. In charge of hiring writers, copy editors and sub editors as well as editorial interns, and collaborating with freelancers. Edited all articles, both print and online, for content, style, mechanics and layout.

Stem cells: worth banking on?

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