Stem Cell Gun

Found this. Thought this gun was really cool . Plus this shows how useful stem cells can be.



Stem Cell Cons

Ok, so I found this and thought it fit. It totally takes the unethical view point on this subject.  What are your opinions on the video?   

Ethical?

Off the opinions you already have about stem cell, do you think stem cells are ethical? Why or why not?

*Here is an article that talks briefly about some pros and cons of stem cells.

http://explorable.com/stem-cell-pros-and-cons

What Are They?

Before we get into the ethics, I think it is important to make sure we actually know what stem cells are. Stem cells are undifferentiated or ‘blank’ cells found in the human body that have the potential to develop into more than 200 different cell types that carry out many functions. They have the ability to continue to divide and multiply throughout life and give rise to cells that can become highly specialized and take the place of dead or lost cells.
What other things do you think could be added to this list? And what are some specific examples of how stem cells could be used?

*Here are some articles that go into more depth on what stem cells really are...

           http://www.news-medical.net/health/What-are-Stem-Cells.aspx

           http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/stem-cells/CA00081.html

Let's Start A Conversation!

Stem Cell Research! Fun topic don't you think? Well considering it is a huge thing in science and society right now, it is a pretty important topic to discuss. There are so many components that go into this subject, but a big one standing is ethics. Is stem cell research and use ethical? Well, as the future of stem cell research progresses, the fate of it rests in the hands of the future leaders of the world.......teens!

This is a place for teens to discuss and debate stem cell research. Is it ethical? Is it not ethical? You guys decide. I will be posting different bits and bobs discussing both sides of this question. So join in on the conversation. Don't be afraid to share :)