Stem Cell research

    Description:     Think about the following questions: What are some of the sources of stem cells? What is the difference among mutipotent, pluripotent, totipotent stem cells? What are some of the potential applications of stem cells to human health issues? What current research is being conducted in the U.S.? Where and by whom? Are you aware of the research using stem cells for engineering skin tissue, healing horses legs, or treating Parkinson's Disease? What protocols must be followed to conduct stem cell research? (What are the requirements to set up and maintain a laboratory?) What is the future of stem cell research? Has anyone had a personal experience regarding stem cells (eg., upon the birth of a child)? Have you read a novel or seen a movie that depicted the use of stem cells in its theme? Are the concepts correctly presented to the audience? What advances have been made in stem cell research since the book/screenplay was written?