Stem Cell Research: Medical Applications And Ethical Controversy - Couverture souple

Panno, Joseph

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 081606931X ISBN 13 : 9780816069316

Editeur : Checkmark Books, 2006

Synopsis

This is an informative reference to the technological advances, applications, and issues of stem cell research. The past few years have seen controversy and debate surrounding stem cell research. Because skin cells have the capability to divide - unlike most of the cells in our body - our skin can heal itself through the division of cells. Scientists have attempted to apply this concept to major organs, trying to see if stem cells can be used to make the repairs that post-mitotic cells cannot. "Stem Cell Research" is a comprehensive and interesting introduction to this popular new science for non-experts. Explaining how stems cells can be obtained from several places, including skin, bone marrow, and most usefully, embryos, this book covers all the fundamental aspects of stem cell research in an easy-to-follow manner. It presents the questions surrounding the use of embryonic cells in a clear and balanced format while bringing readers up to date on the latest technological advances, applications, and issues regarding stem cell research. Tables, a bibliography, an appendix, a glossary, an index, and a list of Web sites complete this worthwhile resource.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Checkmark Books
• Date d'édition: 2006
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 081606931X
• ISBN 13: 9780816069316
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 178
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible