Stem Cell Research

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This paper takes a look at the hot topic of stem cell research. The paper discusses how stem cells have the potential to develop into many different cell types within the body and because they can theoretically divide without limit to replenish other cells as long as the individual or animal is still alive, they serve as a repair system.

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"According to the National Institutes of Health, the most important potential application of human stem cells is the generation of cells and tissues that could be used for cell-based therapies (Stem). Donated organs and tissues are often used today to replace ailing or destroyed tissue, however the need for transplantable tissues and organs far outweighs the available supply (Stem). Because of the ability to differentiate into specific cell types, stem cells offer the possibility of a renewable source of replacement cells and tissues to treat diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, spinal cord injury, stroke, burns, heart disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis (Stem)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Consumer Advocates and Nurses Propose Landmark 'Public Benefit' Guidelines for California Stem Cell Research Discoveries. (2006 January 23). US Newswire. Retrieved February 16 2006 from HighBeam Research Library Web site.
• Flatow, Ira. (2004 April 30). Interview: Dr. Amit Patel discusses a new procedure that uses stem cells to repair heart damage. Talk of the Nation Science Friday: National Public Radio (NPR). Retrieved February 16 2006 from HighBeam Research Library Web site.
• Ivey, Steve. (2005 October 21). Bush faces political dilemma over move to fund stem cell research. Chicago Tribune. Retrieved February 16 2006 from HighBeam Research Library Web site.
• Recer, Paul. (2002 September 06). Study finds adult blood stem cells will not transform into other tissue cells. AP Worldstream. Retrieved February 16 2006 from HighBeam Research Library Web site.
• Stem Cell Basics. National Institutes of Health. Retrieved February 16 2006 from: http://stemcells.nih.gov/info/basics/

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