Source: National Geographic News
Posted: August 23, 2006
Summary:
Scientists announced that new lines of human embryonic stem cells can be created without destroying embryos. A research team successfully plucked single cells from living embryos and used them to grow more stem cells. The embryos all survived the procedure. Scientists hope the results will soon lead to the release of U.S. federal funding for embryonic stem cell research.
Commentary: Hopefully this breakthrough will lead to increased federal funding of stem cell research and accelerate the discovery of treatments for diseases, injuries and medical conditions.
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