This is the first book of its kind that treats reproduction, cloning, stem cell research and regenerative medicine in an integrative manner. Touching on the science, social aspects, legal and ethical issues, and the current status of cloning, stem cell research and regenerative medicine, this self-contained book is an excellent source for introducing newcomers to the field or broadening the perspectives of experts and practitioners. In contrast to existing books on the market, which treat each t
South Korea back in stem cell spotlight with new treatment
SEONGNAM, South Korea (Reuters) – More than five years after South Korea’s scientific reputation was shattered by a cloning research scandal, the country has approved stem cell medication in the form of a treatment for heart attack victims for the world’s first clinical use. Read more on Reuters via Yahoo! News
S Korea Approves Stem Cell Treatment For Heart Attack Victims
Five years after South Korea’s scientific reputation was shattered by a cloning research scandal, the country has approved stem cell medication for heart attack victims. South Korea put stem cell research on hold after Hwang Woo-Suk was found guilty of fraud for his work in the field in 2005. The Korea Food and Drug Administration (KFDA) approved the sale of the Hearticellgram-AMI treatment … Read more on redOrbit
S. Korea OKs Stem Cells For Heart Attack Victims
More than five years after South Korea’s scientific reputation was shattered by a cloning research scandal, the country has approved stem cell medication in the form of a treatment for heart attack victims for the world’s first clinical use. Read more on The Huffington Post
SKorea back in stem cell spotlight with new treatment
SEONGNAM — More than five years after South Korea’s scientific reputation was shattered by a cloning research scandal, the country has approved stem cell medication in the form of a treatment for heart attack victims for the world’s first clinical use. Read more on GMA News
Pioneering cell biologist Sir John Gurdon’s ground-breaking studies in nuclear transplantation galvanized efforts to “clone” a mammal from an adult cell—a quest that in 1996 produced a healthy sheep named “Dolly.” In this Hitchcock Lecture he explores the potential of stem cells. Series: UC Berkeley Graduate Council Lectures [8/2006] [Science] [Show ID: 11507] Video Rating: 5 / 5
From abortion to stem cells, Chet Culver and Terry Branstad differ sharply
Iowa governor’s race: The records of both candidates show a willingness to act on their beliefs. Read more on The Des Moines Register
Stem cell summit zeroes in on ethics
A discussion of ethical boundaries kicked off a three-day conference on stem cells Monday in Detroit. Organizers say the event has drawn nearly 1,000 scientists, industry leaders, patients and members of the public. Read more on Detroit Free Press
Stem cell pioneer in the buzz for Nobel Prize
STOCKHOLM (AP) – Experts say a Japanese researcher who discovered how to make stem cells from ordinary skin cells and so avoid the ethical quandaries of making them from human eggs could be a candidate for the medicine award when the 2010 Nobel Prize announcements start Monday. Several Nobel watchers have … Read more on The Washington Times
In this compelling hot topics DVD, popular speaker Mike Riddle examines the biblical and scientific perspectives on the issue of stem cell research. Human stem cells can be used to treat diseases. But are embryonic stem cells as effective as adult stem cells? What is the latest research on the topic? What should a Christian believe?
While addressing the ethical issues surrounding embryonic and adult stem cell research, Riddle deflates the myths and false reports given by the media. The value of
Cutting-edge medical ethics issues are addressed by nationally recognized experts. The BioBasics Series confronts the maze of challenging questions with biblical responses and uncompromising respect for all human life.
Dr. Kelly A. Hogan of the University of North Carolina discusses the historical context and current application of stem cells, the recent discovery of new types of stem cells, the ethical controversy surrounding human cloning and embryonic stem cells, and the policies that govern scientists’ ability to work in this field. With a neutral presentation of political and religious views, this brief introduction provides readers a solid foundation to inform their own opinions of these controversia
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