HELA 2024
HELA cells, named after Henrietta Lacks, are one of the most significant discoveries in the field of medical research. These unique cells were taken from Lacks without her knowledge or consent in 1951, and have since become an immortal cell line that has been used in countless scientific studies and experiments.
Henrietta Lacks unknowingly made an immense contribution to medical science through her cells, which have been vital in the development of vaccines, cancer treatments, and understanding of diseases such as AIDS and Parkinson’s. The ability of HELA cells to divide indefinitely has made them invaluable in laboratories, as they provide a consistent and reliable source of human cells for research.
Despite the ethical controversies surrounding their origin, HELA cells continue to be a cornerstone of biomedical research to this day. Henrietta Lacks may have passed away in 1951, but her legacy lives on through the incredible impact of HELA cells on modern medicine.#3#