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- Stem cells can transform into other kinds of cells
- Stem cells have the ability to regenerate tissue
- Two types of stem cells: Embryonic and adult
- Adult stem cells are taken from mature tissue*English_Xinhua: Backgrounder: Stem Cells
- Adult stem cells can not transform into 'any' new type of stem cells*English_Xinhua: Backgrounder: Stem Cells
- Embryonic stem cells are taken from left over embryos from in vitro fertilization*English_Xinhua: Backgrounder: Stem Cells
- Scientists hope that research will lead to new treatments for several diseases, chronic conditions and injuriesVOA: US Approves First Embryonic Stem Cell Trial (January 23, 2009)
- President George W. Bush restricted federal funding during his time in officeVOA: US Approves First Embryonic Stem Cell Trial (January 23, 2009)
- FDA approved the first stem cell research trial on January 23, 2009VOA: US Approves First Embryonic Stem Cell Trial (January 23, 2009)
- On March 9, 2009, President Obama signed an executive order which reversed Bush's policy restricting federal funding for embryonic stem cell researchKOAM TV: Obama lifts ban on embryonic stem cell research (March 9, 2009)
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Human embryonic stem cells have the ability to transform into different types of cells. Because of this attribute, stem cell treatments could potentially be used to restore damaged organs and tissue, as well as cure degenerative conditions and genetic diseases.*English_Xinhua: Backgrounder: Stem Cells
The National Institutes of Health released guidelines for stem cell research on April 17, 2009. According to the guidelines, scientists are required to use cells taken from fertility clinic embryos that would have otherwise been discarded. The ruling is disappointing to many scientists who were hoping to use a wider variety of stem cells.Fox News: Stem Cell Guidelines Limit Research... (April 17, 2009)
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Stem Cell Research in China
Researchers in China have generated eggs using stem cells from the ovaries of adult female mice. The study may point the way toward a cure for female infertility in humans.Reuters: Experts say develop eggs... (April 12, 2009) -
Ethics and Stem Cell Research
The use of human embryonic stem cells for scientific research has been a controversial topic. Opponents of stem cell research feel that destroying an embryo for medical research is equivalent to murder.*English_Xinhua: Backgrounder: Stem Cells -
President Obama Stem Cell Research
President Obama restored government funding for stem cell research on March 9, 2009. President Bush had previously restricted federal funding for stem cell research to only a few stem cell lines that were created before August 9, 2001.KOAM TV: Obama lifts ban on embryonic stem cell research (March 9, 2009) Some have said the research could led to human cloning, and Obama said the government will develop strict guidelines. He called human cloning "'dangerous, profoundly wrong".KESQ: Obama calls cloning 'dangerous, profoundly wrong' (March 9, 2009) -
Dickey-Wicker Amendment
Although Obama's March 9, 2009, reversal of Bush's stem cell policy will allow hundreds of stem cells that are already in existence to be used, the Dickey-Wicker amendment prevents federally backed researchers from creating their own stem cell lines, which scientists hope will eventually lead to finding cures and treatments for diseases such as diabetes and paralysis. The Dickey-Wicker provision has been included in every spending bill since 1996, including the one Obama signed into effect on March 11, 2009. Democrat representative Diana DeGette and Republican representative Mike Castle are seeking a vote to repel the amendment, something they have tried to do two times already, failing both times. Even if they are able to repel it this time, the change will not go into effect until September 30, 2009.FOXNews.com: Obama's Stem Cell Policy Hasn't Reversed Legislative... (March 14, 2009) -
FDA Approval
On January 23, 2009, the FDA approved the first human trial using stem cells. The Geron Corporation will conduct the world's first study of embryonic stem cell therapy in a human.Times Online:Stem-Cell Therapy Gives Hope to Accident Victims (January 23, 2009) -
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Stem Cell Research Questions
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Why is GE investing into Stem Cell Research? 1 AnswerThe aim for GE is to help develop and commercialize cellular assay production. I believe they must have seen an opportunity here to make some money and also be... read more -
Should taxpayer money go to embryonic stem cell research? 4 AnswersThe "embryonic" part is the most controversial and reason why most people are opposed to it. However, some could argue that it's morally wrong to stop research,... read more -
Would you use stem cell therapies involving embryonic stem cell research to cure a deadly disease if the therapies were 100% effective? 5 AnswersWithout a doubt. Even if it were not 100% effective but could save some, i would still say yes. Stem cell therapies / research have the potential to save millio... read more -
Are there any fanasitc breakthroughs in stem cell therapy treatements? 2 AnswersGlad someone finally asked this question. A mother in Europe had part of her wind pipe replaced by using stem cell technology. NOTE: (Shoot to 40seconds in the ... read more
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Stem Cell Research Controversy Timeline
- 1969: First human in vitro fertilization
- 1995: Dickey Amendment prohibits federal funding for research that destroys embryos
- 2001: August 9, President Bush limits research to existing stem cell lines
- 2004: April, 206 members of Congress urge Bush to expand funding for research
- 2006: July 19, Bush vetoes Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
- 2006: October, Controversial ad featuring Michael J. Fox supports stem cell research
- 2007: June 20, President Bush vetoes second Stem Cell research bill
- 2009: January 23, FDA approves first human trials using stem cell research
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