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Originally Posted by Downthestretch55
I spent some time with my son yesterday. He's a post doctorate geneticist doing research on embryonic stem cells seeking remedies for heart defects.
He doesn't use human stem cells yet, though they would certainly be useful for his investigation, as well as his colleagues. The areas of interest is heart defects and restoration of miocardial tissue subsequent to "heart attacks".
Specific genes include but are not limited to Nkx 2.5, Mef2c, and Hand1.
We talked about the limiting of cell lines and predicted that the following would occur.
http://apnews.myway.com//article/200...D8IVAGAGR.html
Seems that the "moral" line (rather put the unused embryos in the dumpster rather than give scientists access) will continue the anti-scientist sentiments.
Can anyone say, "creative intelligence"?
My guess is that the "fundementalist" votes are more important...but in reality, most voters will have forgotten this long before the elections. |
Well, I give Bush credit for standing by his beliefs, I agree that this shouldn't be a huge political issue. As one who is anti-abortion, I share the fears that this would open the door to abuses however I see no reason why that can't be controlled without denying scientists important tools in their fight against human suffering. Sometimes, when issues become so polarizing, neither side can find the door to compromise...and that is always sad. Not saying to compromise one's beliefs, simply to find a way to service the best interests of all humanity.