Source: Scotsman, United Kingdom
Date: June 19, 2007
Summary:
For the first time, scientists from Roslin have managed to create new stem cells from a clinically unusable human egg. In the long-term, the development could have major implications for research into illnesses such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, liver disease and diabetes as well as offering hope to infertile couples. With a major shortage of embryos available for research, the announcement means these eggs could now still be used to produce embryonic stem cells. Stem cell researchers can study diseases and develop new treatments, such as drugs for the prevention of illnesses like cancer.
