Homework
"Stem cells are undifferentiated, primitive cells with the ability both to multiply and to differentiate into specific kinds of cells. Stem cells hold the promise of allowing researchers to grow specialized cells or tissue, which could be used to treat injuries or disease (e.g., spinal cord injuries, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, strokes, burns)." (Slevin, 2010)
Choose ONE of the following issues and post to its thread with supporting evidence.
i. Discuss what you feel are the potential benefits of stem cell research for Alzheimer's patients and their families.
ii. Share your perspective on the stem cell debate regarding donation of surplus embryos to couples for "embryo adoption."
iii. Why is the task of disposing unused frozen human embryos different from disposing of other medical tissue?
iv. Discuss why you think embryonic stem cell research "crosses a moral boundary."
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.