"Direct reprogramming" refers to a process where scientists can change one type of cell into another type without going through the intermediate step of turning it into a stem cell first. Full definition
Over the last few decades, much progress has been made in direct reprogramming with muscle, blood, the pancreas, and neurons. (allthingsstemcell.com)
BB: Yes, I got a few questions and one question was asked by Dean, and he asked about whether we have any experience with direct reprogramming of keratinocytes to neurons? (abcam.com)
In the future, Gladstone scientists hope to use direct reprogramming not only to treat heart failure, but also for spinal cord injury and devastating illnesses such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. (gladstone.org)