“Stem cell research is the key to developing cures for degenerative conditions like Parkinson's and motor neuron disease from which I and many others suffer.” This quote, said by Stephen Hawking, explains just one of the possibilities of stem cells in the future yet to be uncovered. Stem cells are commonly known as the “building blocks” of our bodies. They are the foundation of development in plants, animals, and humans. Most stem cells are able to transform into more than 200 types of cells, replacing those damaged by wear and tear or by disease (Pepper). Each finding into the development of stem cells brings hope and excitement to the scientific and medical communities with the possibility of repairing the deterioration of old age, trauma,
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Stem cells will help people overcome many different obstacles such as old age and disease. When asked about stem cell research Dr. Rossant said, “Developments in neuro repair and other areas will improve the lives of people battling disease in incremental steps.” (qtd in Druzin). When stem cells are maximized to their full potential life expediencies will go up exponentially. Being able to cure diseases that would most likely end most people’s lives would make life better and longer for everyone. A US National Institutes of Health primer on stem cells claimed that research on stem cells “has the potential to revolutionize the practice of medicine and improves the quality and length of life.” People around the world are starting to notice the yet to be discovered gold that stem cells contain. Dr. Ron McKay, a leader in the field and now at the US National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke in Bethesda, Maryland, has no doubt, “What has been happening during the past year is fantastic; it is mind boggling.” He also pointed out that clinical trials could begin within two or three years for stem cell related treatments (Gavaghan). Stem cell research increases the quality of life for not just people suffering illnesses, but for
Stem cells will help people overcome many different obstacles such as old age and disease. When asked about stem cell research Dr. Rossant said, “Developments in neuro repair and other areas will improve the lives of people battling disease in incremental steps.” (qtd in Druzin). When stem cells are maximized to their full potential life expediencies will go up exponentially. Being able to cure diseases that would most likely end most people’s lives would make life better and longer for everyone. A US National Institutes of Health primer on stem cells claimed that research on stem cells “has the potential to revolutionize the practice of medicine and improves the quality and length of life.” People around the world are starting to notice the yet to be discovered gold that stem cells contain. Dr. Ron McKay, a leader in the field and now at the US National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke in Bethesda, Maryland, has no doubt, “What has been happening during the past year is fantastic; it is mind boggling.” He also pointed out that clinical trials could begin within two or three years for stem cell related treatments (Gavaghan). Stem cell research increases the quality of life for not just people suffering illnesses, but for