TITLE

PATENTS, PROFITS, AND THE STEM-CELL DEBATE

AUTHOR(S)
Munro, Neil
PUB. DATE
August 2001
SOURCE
National Journal;8/4/2001, Vol. 33 Issue 31, p2498
SOURCE TYPE
Periodical
DOC. TYPE
Article
ABSTRACT
Explores the issue on federal funding of stem-cell research in the United States. Impact of funding the research; Potential sources of stem cells; Issue that could have profound effects on the commercialization of regenerative medicine.
ACCESSION #
5012958

Tags: FEDERAL aid to research;  STEM cells -- Research

 

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