Embryonic stem cells are special cells found in early-stage embryos that can turn into any type of cell in the body. This ability makes them very important for growth and development. Scientists study these cells because they can be used to understand how diseases occur and to develop new treatments, such as repairing damaged tissues or organs. In GCSE Biology, students learn that these cells are unique because they are "pluripotent", meaning they have the potential to transform into any type of cell, unlike most other cells in the body, which have specific jobs.
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