Weekend News: Britain steps up on embryonic and stem cell research
May 24, 2008 by Raquel
Filed under HEART AND STROKE
Earlier this week, the British House of Commons voted by a large majority the amendments for Human Fertilization and Embryonic Research Act which allows scientists to produce human-animal hybrid embryos for stem cell research.
It is the belief of many scientists, lawmakers, as well as patients that the key to future therapies that can cure diseases – from cardiovascular disorders to cancer – lie in stem cell research.
More details are to be found at:
Britain goes for hybrid embryos and savior siblings
Sydney Morning Herald, 20 May 2008
