Why is there such an interest in embryonic stem cells? Unlike other stem cells, embryonic stem cells are pluripotent and have the ability to differentiate into any specialized cell in the body that can be used to regenerate or repair damaged tissues (Mayo Clinic, 2012). Due to this potential, embryonic stem cells have raised much prospect in regenerative medicine and biomedical research. Although embryonic stem cells have stirred much controversy over the years due to the risks of translating them
9/17/2015 Dr. Pascal Lafontant Stem Cells The debate over the ethics of the use of tem cells is a very complex and interesting debate. To aid in clarity for the remainder of this paper I plan on using and referencing the following definitions. First, from Dictionary.com, stem cells will be defined as,”a cell that upon division replaces its own numbers and also gives rise to cells that differentiate further into one or more specialized types,as various B cells and T cells”. I will also be using the same
Stem cells are similar mother cells that can multiply or repair damaged or worn out tissues and have the ability to develop into different cells with specialised functions. One main source of stem cells which will be further explored is embryonic stem cells. Embryonic stem cells are developed from the inner mass cell of a blastocyst. A blastocyst is single zygote cells massed together. Embryonic stem cells are distinguished by their potential to grow into different types of cells or tissues and replicate
Ian Hammond 300454536 Ethical argument against stem cell research To view the ethical and moral implications of stems cells, the main focus is the recognition of life and recognition what is life and what rules and ethics govern as such. The stems cell is by definition, “have the ability to divide and create an identical copy of themselves, a process called self-renewal; and can also divide to form cells that mature into cells that make up every type of tissue and organ in the body.” To examine
would be Stem Cell Research. The affirmation of Stem Cell Research should be amicable, religion should not hinder us away, as there are other ways to move forward without it being unethical. The potential of Stem Cell Research is high and gives great promise, it will be the torch for this era. Stem cells are undifferentiated cells, meaning that they have not yet decided what they are. Unless that is, we make them into what we want. Cells that are needed for the human body like lung cells, we could
A popular current event that has been in the media for a long time is the use of stem cells extracted from embryos and whether or not it is ethical to use the embryos at all. The ultimate debate of whether or not embryos have the same moral standing as an adult or child who are protected by laws and rights. On one hand you have the argument that embryos are not human beings and have no moral status and whether they should be treated with respect and dignity depends on the preferences of those in
Cultural Considerations Stem cell research is a highly debated topic. It is most highly debated within the religious community. When stem cell research first came to light, the only way to obtain these stem cells was to take them from an embryo. This caused quite a stir, as there are many people in the religious community that felt this was like taking a human life. One thing to note here, is that the embryos that are used in stem cell research are those that are fertilized in vitro. Meaning
Stem Cell research is the study of using human embryo stem cells to possibly help cure an enormous range pf diseases that plague millions of people worldwide. Some of these include Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, arthritis and even cancer. Their potential to help people is limitless, as stem cells consist of self renewal properties, are unspecialised and the ability to adapt to it's surroundings. Many organizations suggest that stem cell research is a major benefit, could save the lives of millions
Video Summary: In the video “The Precious Cell” by Yorgos Avgeropoulos the producer describes the advancements of stem cell research. In the midst of the Chernobyl incident, in 1986, scientist felt the necessity to find a way to store stem cells for protection against diseases. Discovered in the 1980’s by Hal Broxmeyer who thought to look in the blood of the umbilical cord of newborn children. There large quantities of primitive hematopoietic cells were found. Dr. Elain Gluckman performed the first
PCR. • PCR is used in analyzing clinical specimens for the presence of infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, malaria, anthrax, etc. • PCR is used in the analysis of mutations that occur in many genetic diseases (e.g. cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anaemia, phenylketonuria, muscular dystrophy). • PCR is also used in forensics laboratories and is especially useful because only a tiny amount of original DNA is required, for example, sufficient DNA can be obtained from a droplet of blood or a single