Articles on this issue "stem cells"

Human Cloning Denounced as Opposite of Progress

Critics Decry Exploitation of Women, Manufacturing of Persons

Washington, D.C., (Zenit.org) Staff | 648 hits

Protests continue following the news that scientists at the Oregon Health and Science University created cloned human embryos that were then used as a source of stem cells. Cardinal Seán …

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Journalists Optimistic About Adult Stem Cell Research

Peggy Noonan and Bill Hemmer Share Thoughts on Vatican-Hosted Conference

Rome, (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 828 hits

Adult stem cell research has advanced further than many people realize, according to journalists Peggy Noonan and Bill Hemmer, both panelists at the Second International Vatican Stem Cell …

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Nobel Prize Winner Participates at Vatican Conference

Development Biologist Says He Hopes to Bring Stem Cell Research to Public

Vatican City, (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 1184 hits

In order for adult stem cell research and therapy to progress, says Nobel Prize winner Dr. John Gurdon, it is essential to promote awareness and understanding of this complex science. Dr. …

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A Necessary Union Between Science and Faith

Conference on Adult Stem Cell Research Begins in Vatican City

Vatican City, (Zenit.org) Junno Arocho Esteves | 1441 hits

A three day conference on adult stem cell research began today at the Paul VI Hall in Vatican City. The conference was sponsored by the Pontifical Council for Culture, as well as NeoStem, one …

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Embryos a La Carte

Taking a Stand Against a Disregard for Life in the EU

Brussels, Belgium, (Zenit.org) | 1161 hits

Here is a contribution from Imre Téglásy, PhD, the director of Human Life International Hungary. * * * It’s one of the oldest stories known to man – the wealthy who will pay anything, or do …

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A Shift in Science and Culture

Vatican Conference on Regenerative Medicine To Focus on Complex Subject of Stem Cell Research

Vatican City, (Zenit.org) Junno Arocho Esteves | 1367 hits

The Holy See Press Office held a briefing today to present the Second International Vatican Adult Stem Cell Conference, entitled “Regenerative Medicine: A Fundamental Shift in Science & …

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New Site for Adult Stem Cell Resources

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A new Web site is detailing success stories in adult stem cell research. www.stemcellresearchfacts.org is part of a campaign to educate and spread awareness about the potentials and successes …

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Church Weighs In as Uruguay Debates Stem Cells

Bioethicists Try to Educate Legislators

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As Uruguayan Parliament considers going forward with embryonic stem cell research, the bishops of that nation are reiterating that an embryo is a human being with rights. In a statement …

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Bishops Blast New Stem Cell Guidelines

Some 30,000 Public Comments Ignored

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Cardinal Justin Rigali is decrying a decision made by the National Institutes of Health to broaden the guidelines for federal funding of embryonic stem cell research. The chairman of the U.S. …

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When Stem Cell Research Gets Personal (Part 2)

Interview With Bioethicist on Umbilical Cord Cell Banking

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When Stem Cell Research Gets Personal (Part 1)

Interview With Bioethicist on Umbilical Cord Cell Banking

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The debate surrounding embryonic stem cell research is portrayed as an exercise in discerning politics from science. But there are undoubtedly some personal issues involved. The stem cell …

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Stem Cells for Dummies

Explained by Senior Fellow at Culture of Life Foundation

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Given the new Presidential order allowing federal funds for research using human embryonic stem cells, it might be helpful for readers to become more familiar with the terminology used in any …

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Conference: Stem-Cell Debate Pits Life Against Life

Robert George Warns of Embryo-Destroying Research

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The debate surrounding embryo-destroying stem-cell research is essentially one of the rightness of killing one person for the benefit of another, says Princeton professor Robert George. George …

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US Bishops: Stem Cell Issue Not Science vs. Religion

Release Statement on Unethical Research

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U.S. bishops noted that stem cell research has captured the imagination of many in our society, but affirmed that the deliberate killing of innocent human beings is gravely immoral. The …

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US Prelates Consider Stem Cell Statement

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U.S. bishops may publish their first formal statement on embryonic stem cell research. The prelates, meeting this week in Florida for their semi-annual spring meeting, will vote on a proposed …

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