Location
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Start Date
16-4-2011 2:00 PM
End Date
16-4-2011 3:30 PM
Description
Advancement in embryonic stem cell research can cure the world of sicknesses in ways that were only imagined. Out of all the stem cells, embryonic stem cells have the capabilities to develop into any cell and tissue type. Embryonic stem cell research is controversial due to how these cells are harvested. In harvesting these cells, the embryos are destroyed; further halting any development of a human being. We began our research by asking why this topic is an ethical issue. Using various media resources, we took key points from both sides and also looked into the latest advancements that may eliminate the need to continue developmental research in embryonic stem cells.
Keywords
Embryonic stem cells—Research – Moral and ethical aspects
Disciplines
Bioethics and Medical Ethics | Ethics and Political Philosophy | Medicine and Health Sciences | Science and Technology Policy | Social Policy
Language
English
Included in
Bioethics and Medical Ethics Commons, Ethics and Political Philosophy Commons, Science and Technology Policy Commons, Social Policy Commons
Ethics behind embryonic stem cell research
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Advancement in embryonic stem cell research can cure the world of sicknesses in ways that were only imagined. Out of all the stem cells, embryonic stem cells have the capabilities to develop into any cell and tissue type. Embryonic stem cell research is controversial due to how these cells are harvested. In harvesting these cells, the embryos are destroyed; further halting any development of a human being. We began our research by asking why this topic is an ethical issue. Using various media resources, we took key points from both sides and also looked into the latest advancements that may eliminate the need to continue developmental research in embryonic stem cells.