In a recent Newsweek article touting “embryonic stem cells are still regarded as the gold standard”, we learn more about Geron Corporation’s plans to conduct a spinal-cord-injury trial - the first trial ever for embryonic stem cells in the U.S. To be held in California, the trial will recruit patients within one to two weeks of their injuries, before scar tissue has formed. … [Read more...] about Stem Cell Trial for Spinal Cord Injury Sponsored by Geron Corp.
July: Cord Blood Awareness Month
The American Hospital Association has designated July as Cord Blood Awareness Month. According to research published in the Journal of Reproductive Medicine, 3 out of every 4 pregnant women consider themselves only "minimally informed" about how using a child's own cord blood can repair damaged tissue due to injury or cure diseases. To see how cord blood can save lives, … [Read more...] about July: Cord Blood Awareness Month
Stem Cell Sperm Now Possible
British scientists may have just put all men on Earth out of a job by developing a technique that turns embryonic stem cells into functional sperm. The new technique “will allow researchers to study in detail how sperm forms and lead to a better understanding of infertility in men,” Professor Nayernia said in a statement released with the study. “This understanding could help … [Read more...] about Stem Cell Sperm Now Possible
Jon Stewart and Mike Huckabee Discuss Embryonic Research
This is Part 3 of Jon Stewart’s interview with Mike Huckabee where the two discuss abortion, in vitro fertilization (IVF), and embryonic research. The first two parts of this extended interview can be found at TheDailyShow.com The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c Mike Huckabee Extended Interview Pt. 3 www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full … [Read more...] about Jon Stewart and Mike Huckabee Discuss Embryonic Research
CNN Shines Light On "Shady" Stem Cell Scientist, Skews Truth
In an interview that aired June 2, 2009 on The Lou Dobbs Show, Drew Griffin exposed the ugly reality about receiving stem cell therapies abroad to the American people. Well, I assume that is what Griffin tried to do based on his demeanor towards the victim of his biased reporting, Dr. Burton Feinerman. Lou Dobbs put on his serious face to discuss "rising concerns about … [Read more...] about CNN Shines Light On "Shady" Stem Cell Scientist, Skews Truth