Although a great diversity of stem cells can be isolated from the human body for research or medical purposes, their applications, ethics, and legalities are still not fully understood by many. This is especially the case for human embryonic stem cells, as there are deep and complex ethical implications regarding their isolation from human embryos. In this study, these issues are investigated as an excellent example of the interface between science and society. It is of the utmost importance that these potentially life-saving techniques and their legalities across the globe be understood by society to make educated decisions about their use.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Domain, Emily Hilda
• Prentice-Webb, Diego

Subject

• Health
• Well-Being
• Community

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-011312-150205

Keyword

• Public health
• Stem cells

Advisor

• Adams, David S.

Year

• 2012

Date created

• 2012-01-13

Location

• Worcester

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright