BME247: Stem Cell Research: Scientific, Ethical, Social, and Legal Issues

Scientific, ethical, social, and legal dimensions of human embryonic stem-cell research, including the moral status of the embryo; the concept of respect for life; ethical constraints on oocyte procurement; creation of embryonic chimeras; federal policies; and political realities. (Also offered as Biology 288. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Enrollment restricted to graduate students. E. Suckiel

5 credits

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