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RAC tries to regain foothold

Article Abstract:

The creation of the groups protecting human subjects involved in clinical gene therapy trails in the United States is discussed. The author discusses an effort of a group considered by many researches as hostile and obstructive to re-establish itself as an oversight committee for the gene therapy trails.

Social aspects, Analysis, Medical research, Gene therapy, Bioethics

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Private donors breathe new life into US stem cell research

Article Abstract:

A handful of states and private philanthropies in US are putting in funding efforts to support embryonic stem cell research. The restrictions of stem cell research and multiple bills pending in state legislatures have led to this funding by private donors.

Research grants, Research funding, Stem cells

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Scientists irked by ethicists' alternatives for embryo research

Article Abstract:

William Hurlburt, a Stanford University ethicist, generated a buzz among the scientists in December 2004 when he suggested genetically or chemically altering human embryos, as they cannot develop beyond the blastocyst stage. By doing so, scientists could pursue research without violating federal rules on embryonic stem cell research.

Research ethics, Embryonic stem cells

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