With the development of embryonic stem cell research, controversy often arises when defining human life. As tiny as a breadcrumb, an embryo can be defined two different ways. Scientists define an embryo as a clump of cells that possess genetic information that could develop into a human baby. However, pro-life advocates, and multiple Christian factions define an embryo as the tiniest member of the human species. "The issue about the status of an embryo has two parts. First, what sort of thing is an embryo? Second, what moral status does an embryo have? The first question is easier to answer in some ways. Obviously an embryo contains genetic information and has the potential to develop into a child and then an adult. However, once you begin to talk about whether or not an embryo is a person or a "member- of the human species, the matter becomes more complex,"" stated Bioethicist Glenn McGee in a recent interview with MSNBC.com about the future of stem cell research. If the scientist's definition of an embryo is taken as fact, then destroying an embryo for the purpose of research for medical advancement is logical. If the alternative definition is true, then destroying an embryo for research is equivalent to murder. .
Biologically an embryo forms two weeks after fertilization, and is considered a fetus nine weeks after that. However, in order for an embryo to develop into a fetus, it must first be housed inside of a womb. Until then, the embryo is comparable to a tiny frozen person who will never step foot in reality. Researchers want to extract stem cells from human the tiny frozen person, an embryo, for research that they hope will greatly affect various medical fields. .
So what is a stem cell, and why are they important? Stem cells are the building blocks of all other cells in the body, and have the ability to differentiate into other cell types, including those in the brain, heart, bones, muscles, and skin.
The Benefits of Stem Cell Research Stem cells are undifferentiated, primitive cells with the ability both to multiply and to differentiate into specific kinds of cells. ... Finally, Ethical issues surrounding stem cell research have been overstated. ... Religious groups argue that stem cell research is unnatural. ... The Ethics of Stem Cell Research. ... Fertility Advocates Endorse Stem Cell Research. ...
Stem Cell Research Science and technology are constantly evolving. ... However, these questions may never have the chance to be answered due to incredible controversy surrounding this issue. The controversial aspect of stem cell research lies in the method of obtaining the stem cells. ... Stem cell research puts us on the edge of revolutionizing medicine. ... Isn't the argument against stem cell research ...
The future of stem cell research is extremely bright as well. ... Also, the controversy surrounding stem cell research was exaggerated due to the fact that the research method used prior to 2007 concentrated on Embryonic Stem Cells. ... All of these arguments against stem cell research should be cast aside because of the huge benefits that stem cell research can bring to every one all over the world. ... I just do not see the benefit of hindering any form of stem cell research. ... "Bioethics and The Stem Cell Research Debate." ...
Stem Cell Research - The Debate INTRODUCTION: Contemporary medical research and technologies have presented humankind with complex ethical questions and moral realities never conceived. ... This technology is stem-cell research. ... STEM CELL RESEARCH OVERVIEW - WHAT ARE STEM CELLS?... Stem cell research was a victim of these constructed blockades. ... After opposing the public funding of the research during his campaign, Bush decided to support the research and allow government-sponsored research to utilize the sixty existing embryo's stem cells for further research. ...
Stem cell research has become an issue of much debate. ... One of the main reasons I support stem cell research is that two of my relatives have Parkinson's disease and if there is a possible cure to be found in stem cell research, how could I not support it? ... However, there are two conditions for my support of stem cell research. ... He announced on August 10, 2001 that some federal funding for stem cell research would be provided for stem cells taken from adults and those stem cell lines derived from human embryos that already exist in various research facilities. ... Stem cell r...
Stem cell research is a controversial issue in America. ... The President has signed a bill that research on stem cells may continue, yet they can only uses the embryos that they have in the labs. ... Stem Cell research has come a long way in five years yet still has a long way to go. ... Whether being abortion or for stem cell research, they believe it is morally wrong. ... This is the only factor of stem cell research that is an issue. ...
Cloning and Stem Cell Research - Position Paper This paper will explore the controversy surrounding stem cell research, and the great many ethical issues that it brings with it. Stem cell research is one of the most impressive recent advances in medical research. ... Stem cells are already being used for research, treating diseases, and may some day be used to repair or replace damaged tissue or organs. ... It is a hot political issue, and involves not only stem cell research, but abortion rights as well. Our Governor here in California recently signed a law permitting research on embryo...
Stem Cell Research: A Look at the Ethical Debate of Federal Funding Stem cell research has been becoming a larger national issue of public concern in the last few years. ... There are three different types of stem cells that have been researched by scientists: human embryonic stem cells (ES cells), human embryonic germ cells (EG cells), and human adult stem cells (AS cells)" (McGough 154). ... Advocates against embryonic stem cell research have been in favor of funding adult stem cells since these cells are found in all humans. ... So, since life does not start at conception, as th...
Many religious people may think so and describe stem cell research to be immoral and wrong. ... The research and study of stem cells can lead us to many great opportunities in the future. ... Researchers can convert stem cells into regular cells, which can later be used to put back into the body. ... All of these things are to be questioned and considered when dealing with stem cell research. ... (Skene 1) It's not that they are against stem cell research. ...
