Advancing Healthy Longevity Through Biotechnology and Stem Cell Banking
Advancing Healthy Longevity Through Biotechnology and Stem Cell Banking
This article clarifies the concept of Biotechnology, which many people may not fully understand. We are honored to receive insights from Dr. Veerapol Khemarungsan, Chairman of MEDEZE Group Co., Ltd., who will provide expert perspectives on this topic.
Many people often use the terms Health Technology and Biotechnology interchangeably. However, they are not the same. Biotechnology focuses specifically on cellular science and biological innovation at the cellular level. It forms the foundational basis of modern healthcare. Health Technology, on the other hand, applies these biological advancements to develop practical medical treatments and healthcare solutions.
In Thailand, biotechnology began gaining broader recognition shortly before the COVID-19 pandemic and has continued to develop since then. However, there are still relatively few companies engaged in biotechnology research, largely due to the high investment costs and specialized facilities required for this field.
Currently, reputable stem cell institutes, such as Harvard in the UK, have announced that, in the future, kidney transplants should be performed using the patient's own kidney. The advantages include a virtually zero chance of rejection and the elimination of the need for lifelong immunosuppressant medication.
MEDEZE Group focuses specifically on biotechnology, specializing in stem cell storage from birth to all ages. This is considered a crucial foundation for future stem cell storage solutions.
In the future, MEDEZE Group plans to develop robots to independently modify, cultivate, and manage cells, eliminating the need to rely on overseas companies.
In fact, there is currently significant research in biotechnology, which MEDEZE Group supports. For example, we have been conducting research on hair follicle stem cells at Mae Fah Luang University for the past 3 years. We also collaborate with Phramongkutklao University on using the body's own adipose stem cells to regenerate cartilage in the knee joint to treat osteoarthritis and avoid knee replacement surgery.
Furthermore, MEDEZE Group is working with the Chulabhorn Royal Academy on NK cells, specifically targeting colon cancer treatment.
Concerning hair transplantation, we have noticed a rising incidence of this procedure. Typically, we perform hair follicle transplantation from the back of the head to the front of the head. Our method involves taking a sample of hair follicles and transplanting them directly. These hair follicles will gradually grow without the need for individual hair-strand transplantation. Instead, we collect hair follicle stem cells, cultivate them, and select only the healthy, viable follicles for transplantation.
In the future, MEDEZE Group plans to support research in various fields, including innovative scientific research across all disciplines. Additionally, MEDEZE Group is expanding its human research initiatives, such as exploring autologous fat grafting for osteoarthritis.
In the field of biotechnology, there's much more than just stem cell banking. The focus is on two areas: market expansion and service expansion. Looking ahead, we aim to enter the Indonesian and Vietnamese markets due to their large populations and strong growth rates. Additionally, we are targeting Dubai as a gateway to expand into Southeast Asia and Africa. Our service expansion will grow in conjunction with our market expansion.
For those interested in health, it's important to understand the basics: every part of our body contains stem cells that can be stored, although they cannot be extracted directly from all sources. Currently, only fat and placenta are suitable for extraction. Every person has stem cells, and we could live up to 120 years. However, as cells divide, the genetic strands shorten, leading to the aging of the stem cells. If you want to store stem cells today, it's essential to slow down the aging process by taking care of your health and maintaining a strong body. Eating unprocessed foods is recommended to enhance your health and strengthen your immune system. In fact, you can now undergo tests to assess your immune system and the potential of NK cells.
หากสนใจเพิ่มเติมสามารถติดตามได้ที่ คลิกรายละเอียดเพิ่มเติม