Translation guide
A cell from an early embryo that can develop into any cell type. In Japanese, the standard term is 胚性幹細胞, often abbreviated as ES細胞 in scientific contexts.
embryonic stem cell
Often abbreviated as ES細胞 (イーエスさいぼう).
The standard term for an embryonic stem cell in biology and medicine.
The formal, full term used in academic and medical writing.
Embryonic stem cells can differentiate into any type of cell.
Common abbreviation used in scientific papers, news, and discussions. Stands for 'Embryonic Stem cell'.
Research on regenerative medicine using ES cells is progressing.
In Japanese, ES細胞 is more common in news and general scientific communication than the full term 胚性幹細胞. However, in formal papers, the full term may be used at first mention, followed by (ES細胞) to introduce the abbreviation.