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Stem Cell Technology:
The Controversies surrounding Stem Cell Research

Introduction

Whether you are in favor of or against certain forms of stem cell research, it

cannot be denied that an immense amount of benefits are gained from the research. The

extent of this research is endless. Scientists are only beginning to explore this

technology. However, no research or medical technology is without controversy.

Most of the debate falls between the embryonic stem (ESC) and germ cells

EGC). When a cell is removed from an embryonic cell, the cell will not be able to

survive. Many opponents of stem cell research view this method as the killing an

innocent life. However, both opponents and proponents agree the most ethical sources

of obtaining these cells are from embryos lost by miscarriage of stillbirths. The other two

sources of the ESC or EGC are surrounded in controversy. These sources are from

aborted fetuses and frozen......

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