Comment Re:This is what we're talking about (Score 1) 330
Because they're much more usable than adult stem cells. Get over it.
Sorry, but a citation please? Because I've found a few to the contrary for you:
1) http://www.stemcellresearch.org/facts/treatments.h tm
(with it's own reference list a mile long)
2) http://www.i-sis.org.uk/stemcells2.php
A snippet:
"These latest results show that the ES cells need to be genetically modified and extensive manipulation in vitro before they can be transplanted safely. Direct transplant of ES cells are known to give rise to teratomas and uncontrollable cell proliferation. There is already evidence that ES cells are genetically unstable in long term culture, and are especially prone to chromosomal abnormalities."
3) http://www.nationalreview.com/interrogatory/interr ogatory022601a.shtml
(An interview with the same scientist (for those lefties among you who love to hate the conservative rags):
4) http://www.lifesite.net/ldn/2003/nov/03112001.html (If you like canadian docs' opinions...)
Contrary to how I'm sure it sounds, I'm not yet categorically opposed to using embryonic stem cells for research. I'm for science- and this mice story is absolutely incredible.
But cut the unsupported, non-cited one liners. They bring nothing to the table.
Sorry, but a citation please? Because I've found a few to the contrary for you:
1) http://www.stemcellresearch.org/facts/treatments.
(with it's own reference list a mile long)
2) http://www.i-sis.org.uk/stemcells2.php
A snippet:
"These latest results show that the ES cells need to be genetically modified and extensive manipulation in vitro before they can be transplanted safely. Direct transplant of ES cells are known to give rise to teratomas and uncontrollable cell proliferation. There is already evidence that ES cells are genetically unstable in long term culture, and are especially prone to chromosomal abnormalities."
3) http://www.nationalreview.com/interrogatory/inter
(An interview with the same scientist (for those lefties among you who love to hate the conservative rags):
4) http://www.lifesite.net/ldn/2003/nov/03112001.htm
Contrary to how I'm sure it sounds, I'm not yet categorically opposed to using embryonic stem cells for research. I'm for science- and this mice story is absolutely incredible.
But cut the unsupported, non-cited one liners. They bring nothing to the table.
