Division I

cycle, from the G0, to the M phase (mitosis). The initial phase, G0, is where cells “rest”, maintaining normal, non-division related functions. Cancer cells usually cannot or do not enter G0, which is one the reasons they divide uncontrollably. Next comes the G1 phase, which is the first growth phase of the cell. In all cell (cancerous and normal cells) the cell preps for cell division. The cell does not change its normal functions, but enlarges slightly. In cancer cells, the production of…

What if there was a way to move into an era of advanced science and medicine? Stem cell research may open up the path to advance into this era. While this may sound promising, there are those who oppose this research and they wish to put a stop to it. But, what exactly is stem cell research, and what is the issue with it? Stem cells are cells in organisms that can develop into any type of cell that an organism needs, and stem cell research is simply the study and analysis of these cells. The…

The use of stem cells is a highly controversial topic in society today. The ethicality of destroying human embryos for research, body part growth, genetically modified food, disease treatment, and more has been the staple for debate in the world of biotechnology. But what is biotechnology? “Biotechnology is the use of any technique involving organisms to manufacture or change products, to improve the desired characteristics of a plant or animal, or to alter microorganisms for a purpose” (Hoyle).…

The Stem of a New Lease on Life, The Cells That Heal Stem cell research has offered many therapeutic options for debilitating diseases. Despite the stigma surrounding stem cell research, it continues to grow rapidly through its invasive research. It had elucidated the many benefits along with the potential of overcoming the controversy and playing a large role in shaping the future of medicine. Stem cell research is a topic that everyone across the world has his or her own view or opinion on.…

understanding basic mechanisms of human development, as well as the hope for new treatments for diseases such as diabetes, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, and myocardial infarction (Lo & Parham). It is the future for curing our ill patients. I think supporting research as a whole, is fundamental and at the heart of why we are in the profession of nursing. We are nurses because we want to see and help our patients recover from whatever their issue is. We are nurturers, what better way to…

Normal Healthy Cells Versus Cancer Cells All living organisms are composed of cells. These cells grow and divide in a controlled manner in order for the organism to function properly. Changes in normal cells can cause them to grow uncontrollably. This uncontrollable growth is the sign of cancer cells. Normal cells have certain characteristics that are important for the proper functioning of tissues, organs, and body systems. These cells have the ability to reproduce correctly, stop…

The idea of taking stem cells and using them to create more stem cells is hardly new. With the experiments dating back to the 1950s, new breakthroughs are making it a viable option for these stem cells to be used to find cures for cancer, and help heal heart, brain, and spinal injuries that otherwise would have been debilitating or fatal. The controversial question that has arose from this research is whether or not it is ethical to kill an embryo to harvest these stem cells. The answer is no.…

“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”- Stephen Hawking, 2006. At first glance, the idea might seem cruel and mortifying to some that one would kill a helpless baby and destroy the life of an innocent for the purpose of curing others. However, research has shown that embryonic stem cells can potentially cure Alzheimer’s, spinal injuries and find a long term treatment for…

Scientists consider stem cell research and stem cell therapy as having a positive impact on treating different forms of cancer. While embryonic stem cell research is extremely controversial, stem cells used in cancer treatment such as leukemia are different. Unlike embryonic stem cells that use an embryo for regeneration of healthy cells, the cells used in leukemia treatment are called hematopoietic stem cells. The use of stem cell therapy has increased the survival rate of leukemia patients…

stem cell or become a different type of cell that would undergo a certain function such as a muscle cell in the heart. Not only they can turn into nearly any cell in the human body, but they are capable of renovating themselves by undergoing cell division,…