Why UCC’s decision should be applauded

AS members of the stem cell research community, our ultimate goal is curing illness and alleviating human suffering.

Unfortunately, there is also controversy, and sometimes misunderstanding, about the nature of stem cell research and the fact that all forms of such research are vital if we are to reach our goals.

While there have been new advances in adult stem cell research leading some to believe that other forms of stem cell research are no longer needed, nothing is further from the truth.