<< Previous Section | < Previous Page | Next Page > | Next Section >> Bibliography (page 2 of 8) Stem Cell research Okie, S. (2005). "Stem-Cell Research -- Signposts and Roadblocks." N Engl J Med 353(1): 1-5. (2000). Ethical Issues in Human Stem Cell Research. National Bioethics Advisory Commission. Volume III, Religious Perspectives.       This booklet contains ten brief thoughtful analyses of the stem cell issues from various religious perspectives. The articles contain in addition to the conclusions the religious rationale for them. This is an extremely worthwhile set of readings for those who, willingly or unwillingly, are entering the discussion of the research use of embryos. (2000). "Statement on Gene Therapy, April 2000." Am J Hum Genet. 67(2): 272-3. Abbott, A. (1999). "Sweden sets ethical standards for use of genetic 'biobanks'." Nature 400(6739): 3.       This report details Sweden's laws dealing with gene banks. There are rules for consent, reconsenting, privacy, ethical review of use of materials, and rules for non-exclusivity of materials. Annas, G. J. (2001). "The limits of state laws to protect genetic information." N Engl J Med 345(5): 385-8.       In this report, the newly passed Massachusetts statute regulating the use of genetic information is discussed as an example of what states were doing. It covered consent, discrimination, privacy, etc. It revolved to a degree on the definition of genetic information and that's what makes it a very interesting paper. Begley, S. (2004). Is Alzheimer's Field Blocking Research Into Other Causes? Wall Street Journal. April 9, 2004.       She discusses the role of favored theories in getting the bulk of research funding. Streiffer, R. (2005). "At the edge of humanity: Human stem cells, chimera, and moral status." Kennedy Inst Ethics J 15(4): 347-70.       The author addresses in great detail the ethical issues that arise when considering the production of chimeras by introducing human pluripotential stem cells into other species. The core question is whether the moral standing of the recipient animal is enhanced and, if so, how to handle that. The world of entertainment is rife with creatures exhibiting human characteristics to whom we have assigned moral standing so this is not a trivial question in our society. Purely technical proposals might generate considerate concern. Aguilar, L. K. and E. Aguilar-Cordova (2003). "Evolution of a Gene Therapy Clinical Trial." Journal of Neuro-Oncology 65(3): 307.       This is an excellent review of the promise and pitfalls of gene therapy trials. Specific examples are given to illuminate the issues. A very worthwhile paper. http://www.springerlink.com/openurl.asp? genre=article&id=doi:10.1023/B:NEON.0000003659.04633.6e Baylis, F. (2002). "Human embryonic stem cell lines: the ethics of derivation." J Obstet Gynaecol Can 24(2): 159-63.       The author points out that unusable embryos are relatively rare in Canada and should be utilized for important research. This lack could either impede research or create a demand for the purposeful creation of embryos for research. Interesting. Christiani, D., R. Sharp, et al. (2001). "Applying genomic technologies in environmental health research: challenges and opportunities." J Occup Environ Med 43(5): 526-33.       This article describes the promise of molecular genetics in identifying environmental hazards and developing methods for analyzing, preventing, and treating exposures. They describe the ethical, legal, and social challenges in carrying out such studies. Cohen, C. (2005). "Promises and perils of public deliberation: contrasting two national bioethics commissions on embryonic stem cell research." Kennedy Inst Ethics J 15(3): 269-88.       The author analyzes philosophically the ethical approaches of the two national bioethics commissions and finds suggestions as to how such commissions may have to operate in considering issues under public debate. << Previous Section | < Previous Page | Next Page > | Next Section >> Chapter 7 Quick Links Genetics and Stem Cell Research Genetics Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research Bibliography Chapter 7 Download (PDF)