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Scientists react to government indecision

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Some British scientists feel a public reaction against science is to blame for the government's decision to stall research on human embryonic stem cells. The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority and the Human Genome Advisory Committee recommend such research, but the government says it needs to see more evidence that the research is necessary.

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Embryonic stem cell research: the case for

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The author argues the case for experimentation on human embryonic stem cells, while tackling the controversial issues of how society defines human life and how research is performed on embryonic and adult stem cells. Topics addressed include the policy of the UK towards stem cell research and the protection of human life through research.

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Embryonic stem cell research: the case against

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The author disagrees with the UK's decision to let embryonic stem cell research continue because of moral objections to research on human embryos and cloning. Topics addressed include the controversy within the public and scientific arenas over stem cell research and the option to study adult stem cells.

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