embryonic stem cells

Introduces readers to the science behind stem cells, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, informative sidebars, and a "How It Works" special feature make this book an engaging introduction to this exciting technology.

"Explores the discovery of and uses for stem cells"--Provided by publisher.

Describes what stem cells are, where they come from, what doctors and scientists hope to do with them, and the controversy surrounding their use.

Provides a discussion on human embryo experimentation and varied viewpoints on the subject.

Collects twelve essays that provide varying perspectives on the debate over government funded embryonic cell research.

Explores the legal and political issues concerning the controversy over stem cell research and therapeutic cloning, including the debates over both federal and privately funded research.

Examines stem cells and the research that may one day be used to cure diseases and heal injuries.

Discusses the moral and ethical aspects of human embryo experimentation.

Contains controversial articles that debate various perspectives on the issue of human embryo experimentation, exploring questions over whether the practice is beneficial and ethical, whether research should be federally funded, and whether early human embryos are human beings.

Contains articles that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to stem cells, discussing whether stem cells will cure disease, the ethical and moral questions surrounding stem cell research, the role of the government in stem cell research, and alternatives to embryonic stem cells.