• Stem cell research is an undifferentiated cell of a multicellular organism that is capable of giving rise to indefinitely more cells of the same type, and from which certain other kinds of cell arise by differentiation. It has always interested but How can it help? How does it work ? What are the futcher effect ? These are some off the things I would like to decide with you today.
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A. The department of human services said "Stem cells have the remarkable potential to develop into many different cell types in the body during early life and growth. In addition, in many tissues they serve as a sort of internal repair system, dividing essentially without limit to replenish other cells as long as the person or animal is still alive. When
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List of pros of stem cell research.
i. Cures for diseases
The idea that stem cell research could unlock the potential cure for a plethora of diseases is reason enough for scientists to dedicate a great deal of time and money towards utilizing the research
ii. Ease of Treatment
It is widely believed that stem cells of the embryonic variety can potentially contain the cure for several injuries and diseases that have plagued mankind for centuries now. iii. Improved Health Care for Future Generations
Some medical experts have opined that the advent of stem cell research could be the greatest development when it comes to eradication of the human race’s suffering and pain since the invention of antibiotics. iv. Millions Have Benefited
There are several diseases and ailments that have been thought to be curable and scientists are working around the clock to locate these cures.
C. Cons of stem cell research
i. Ethical Conflicts
Now that scientists are using much more ethical methods to perform stem cell research, many of the old battle cries have begun to fade away. Pro-lifers used to be one of the groups that was most staunchly against stem cell research because they believed life should not be destroyed for any