Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Scientists Harvest Stem Cells Without Destroying Embryo:Breakthrough technique might get around moral issues, experts say

Source: HealthDay News
Posted: August 23, 2006

Summary:

Researchers have succeeded in generating new lines of human embryonic stem cells without destroying the embryo. The breakthrough may enable scientists to circumvent the ban on federal funding of stem cell research, paving the way for gains in treating or curing diseases such as diabetes, spinal injury and Alzheimer's disease.

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