Guidelines for Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research - Softcover

Committee On Guidelines For Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research; Board On Life Sciences; Board On Health Sciences Policy; Institute Of Medicine; Division On Earth And Life Studies; National Research Council

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0309096537 ISBN 13: 9780309096539

Publisher: National Academies Press, 2005

Synopsis

Since 1998, the volume of research being conducted using human embryonic stem (hES) cells has expanded primarily using private funds because of restrictions on the use of federal funds for such research. Given limited federal involvement, privately funded hES cell research has thus far been carried out under a patchwork of existing regulations, many of which were not designed with this research specifically in mind. In addition, hES cell research touches on many ethical, legal, scientific, and policy issues that are of concern to the public. This report provides guidelines for the conduct of hES cell research to address both ethical and scientific concerns. The guidelines are intended to enhance the integrity of privately funded hES cell research by encouraging responsible practices in the conduct of that research.

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Committee on Guidelines for Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research, National Research Council

Edition details

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0309096537
• ISBN 13: 9780309096539
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 178