Stem Cell Now

A Brief Introduction to the Coming of Medical Revolution

By: Christopher Thomas Scott

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Paperback | 29 August 2006 | Edition Number 1

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The essential account of the most important scientific advanceaand most volatile ethical debateaof our time
While many believe stem cell research holds the key to curing a wide range of ailments, others see this research as opening a Pandoraas box that will devalue human life.

In "Stem Cell Now," Christopher Scottaexecutive director of Stanford Universityas Stem Cells and Society Programalays out the scientific and ethical issues surrounding this national dilemma. Scott guides readers through the latest advances in stem cell research in clear, accessible language, telling the stories of the researchers who are exploring the potential of stem cells to cure cancer, grow new organs, and repair the immune system. He also leads readers through a discussion of the question at the heart of the explosive ethical debate: How, as a society, do we balance our responsibilities to the unborn and the sick? "Stem Cell Now" is essential reading for anyone who wants to build an informed opinion on stem cell research. BACKCOVER: aProbably the most lucid and readable primer on the science and politics of stem cells. Scott goes beyond the hype of instant cures and pro-life antagonism to present the true breadth of stem cell research.a
a"Seed Magazine"
aIlluminating reading for everyone who wants to understand a hot-button topic that will dominate the political, medical, and religious arenas for years to come.a
a"Publishers Weekly"

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"Probably the most lucid and readable primer on the science and politics of stem cells. Scott goes beyond the hype of instant cures and pro-life antagonism to present the tru breadth of stem cell research" - Seed Magazine "Illuminating reading for everyone who wants to understand a hot-button topic that will dominate the political, medical and religious arenas for years to come" - Publishers Weekly"

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