*2.7.2 Induced pluripotent stem cells*

The stem cells created artificially from normal adult somatic cells through coexpression of genes and factors are known as Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs). These are important for maintaining the characteristic properties of Embryonic Stem (ES) cells. Some reports have stated the successful use of iPSCs in conditions like Parkinson's disease, spinal muscular atrophy, cardiac diseases, blood disorders, diabetes, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington's disease, and familial dysautonomia.
