TITLE

All Stem Cells Are Not Alike

PUB. DATE
July 2002
SOURCE
ONS News;Jul2002, Vol. 17 Issue 7, p11
SOURCE TYPE
Academic Journal
DOC. TYPE
Article
ABSTRACT
Provides general information, points of controversy and resources on stem cell research. Potential applications of embryonic germ and stem cells; Criticism against stem cell research; Policy of the U.S. government on stem cell research.
ACCESSION #
9434227

Tags: EMBRYONIC stem cells;  MEDICINE -- Research;  STEM cells

 

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