TITLE

Is Stem-Cell Research Ethical?

AUTHOR(S)

Soler, Lawrence; Haas, John M.

PUB. DATE

October 2001

SOURCE

New York Times Upfront;10/1/2001, Vol. 134 Issue 3, p32

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Comments on the morality of stem-cell research in the United States. Destruction of the embryo caused by stem-cell extractions; Elaboration of the primary rule of medicine; Reasons of the scientists to avoid research involving the destruction of embryos.

ACCESSION #

5367980

Tags: EMBRYONIC stem cells -- Research;  ETHICS -- United States

 

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