One of the most controversial issues in the scientific community is that of stem cell research. The conflict comes from the ethical questions brought to light by this field of exploration and its effect on society. There are numerous types of stem cells and sources, and each has its own set of properties. The clinical use of stem cells has shown promise for many suffering from disease or injury. However, research is being restrained because legislators cannot agree on what should be permissible. Many reservations are founded in the ethical beliefs of those involved. We conclude that while some branches of stem cell research are indeed ethically questionable, there are facets that should be explored further, and more tolerant legislation should be passed to allow researchers to do so.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Goetz, Lindsay Allyn

Subject

• Community
• Health
• Well-Being

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-101907-175209

Keyword

• Stem cells
• Public health

Advisor

• Adams, David S.

Year

• 2007

Date created

• 2007-10-19

Location

• Worcester

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright