CBC News: Stem Cells
Includes facts, news reports and videos on stem cells.
Stem Cells in Biomedicine... with a Flavor of Bioethics
An introduction to stem cell research from both a biomedical and bioethic point of view.
Stem Cell Research
Stem cells as possible building blocks for regenerating tissue of damaged organs.
BBC News - UK to Extend Embryo Research
Parliament votes to allow controversial embryo research that will also involve limited human cloning, a move attacked by conservative groups.
NIH Stem Cell Information: Policy & Guidelines
Links to policy statements and guidelines on federally funded stem cell research provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Washington Post - Nobel Laureates Back Stem Cell Research
Group of 80 recipients sends letter asking President Bush not to block U.S. funding for studies.
AAAS Policy Brief: Stem Cell Research
A summary of recent issues and events related to human embryonic stem cell research, and an extensive collection of links.
The Catholic Church and Stem Cell Research
Explains why the Catholic Church is against stem cell research and the destruction of human embryos, and why stem cell research is related to abortion and assisted suicide.
Bionet
Created by 8 European science centers and museums, and presented in nine different languages to explore the science, ethical issues, and laws in different countries, play games and express opinions.
Stem Cell Research
Articles on the ethical issues surrounding stem cell research-from The Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity.
Stem Cell Lawsuit
The Christian Medical Association joins in suing HHS and NIH to stop funding of human embryo research.
Stem Cell Debate
Presentation from CNN covers the pros and cons of the stem cell debate from the ethical, political, and scientific points of view.
Cures Now
A non-profit organization devoted to the advancement of ethical scientific research in the advancement of regenerative medicine. Endorses the use of embryonic stem cells and somatic cell nuclear trasfer (also known as therapeutic cloning) while opposing cloning.
EpiStem - epithelial stem cell experts
An independent contract research company providing pre-clinical research services to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Spinning Stem Cells
Alleges media bias in the coverage of stem cell research. From the National Review, a conservative magazine.
National Review - The Truth About Stem Cells
Interview with professor opposed to using embryos, and advocates research done on adult stem cells.
Background and Legal Issues Related to Stem Cell Research
Recent legislative, administrative and judicial actions concerning stem cell research.
Stem Cell Network
The Stem Cell Network is a Canadian venture that brings together over 50 leading scientists to investigate the potential of stem cells.
Stem Cell News
The latest in stem cell news, information, and issues on one of the hottest topics in bio-tech.
Do No Harm - The Coalition of Americans for Research Ethics
Dedicated to the promotion of scientific research and health care which does no harm to human life. Opposes research on embryos.
Stem Cell Research Foundation
Supports innovative research into the development of cell therapies.
Texans for Advancement of Medical Research (TAMR)
An organization of scientists, physicians, ethicists, leading health groups, and individuals who support biomedical research in Regenerative Medicine for the express purpose of curing diseases and alleviating suffering.
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