Stem Cell Research: Hope or Hype? / Edition 1

by Toni Marzotto, Patricia M. Alt

Overview

Stem Cell Research takes a multi-disciplinary approach to the topic of human embryonic stem cell research, starting with the breakthrough discovery up through the present day controversy. The book invites the reader to join the conversation by providing a well balanced approach to many of the issues surrounding the development of this controversial scientific field. It includes the thoughts and experiences of scientists, journalists and ethicists as it tried to approach the topic through a variety of different academic disciplines.

The book will help the non-scientist understand the biology, research regulations and funding; and simultaneously it will help the scientist better comprehend the full spectrum of ethical, religious, and policy debates.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138627291
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/21/2017
Pages:	169
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Toni Marzotto is professor of political science at Towson University. She teaches courses in American government and public policy.

Patricia Alt is Professor of Interprofessional Health Studies. She teaches courses in public policy, ethical issues in health care, long term care, and the American health care system.

Table of Contents

Stem Cells and the Research Controversy. The Biology of Stem Cells. The Role of the Media. Regulation of the Research: Who Cares or Should Care. Who Pays for the Research: Public and Private Funding. The ethics of Stem Cell Research. Conclusion.