Stem Cell Research: Medical Applications And Ethical Controversy

by Joseph Panno

Examines stem cells from the scientific and social viewpoints, including what they are, their laboratory study, their use in medicine, the ethical issues involved, and the legal issues in American and Europe.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction

178 pages, Paperback

First published October 21, 2004

Reviews

[Mindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book provided some great foundational knowledge about the different types of stem cells (I’m personally more interested in adult stem cells than embryonic stem cells), but as it was published 12 years ago, much of the info was too dated to be useful. The basics, though, are all still relevant and the author did a nice job of explaining some very technical material in layman’s terms.

[Chelsea Kowal · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a wonderful easy-to-read introduction to stem cell research. I thoroughly enjoyed learning more about a subject that intrigues me.

[Aurora · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have been assigned to write a research paper(ugh! I'm a senior! Why do I have to do this? High school ends in a month!) and I decided to write it on stem cells, in part so that I could expand my knowledge on the subject. This book was very insightful and provides background info on cells and clinical trials for beginners to biology. Due to the fact that it is the revised edition, it contained new research that I have not yet heard of. The book makes it seem like degenerative diseases are mere moments away from being eradicated. The only reason it doesn't receive 5 stars from me is because when discussing the controversy over ES cells, the author seemed to subtlety ridicule those who were pro-life. The author did mention that, due to the discovery of iPS cells, this debate will soon be eradicated.

[Michael]

this is a difficult read. it's more geared towards use in academic settings. it's not too difficult to understand if you're not a doctor, it's just a bit dry. however, stem cell research is an interesting enough topic that it's worth chugging along.

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had to read tens of books on stem cell research and uses for a biology paper. This book is quite useful for stem cell research. Panno raised a collection of problems that are debatable and preventing the advancement of stem cell therapy.

[Cassandra Kay Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

For such a small book this was just exploding with good information. I was glad I took two quarters of Anatomy and Physiology beforehand.

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

Again, had to read this for Bio. Useful information on controversial topics about stem cells.

[Owen Norcross · Rating 4 out of 5]

i like it