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Balanced, accessible stem cell research guide.

If you're looking to demystify the complexities and controversies of stem cells, this book is a fantastic primer. It strikes a balance, shunning politicized debates for clear explanations. Whether you're a curious layperson or a student, you'll appreciate the non-technical language that brings cutting-edge science to your bookshelf, teasing out medical triumphs and future promises without bias.

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ISBN: 9780470259283
Publisher: For Dummies
Date of Publication: 2010-02-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development, Politics, Science
Goodreads rating: 3.97
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The first authoritative yet accessible guide to this controversial topic. "Stem Cell Research For Dummies" offers a balanced, plain-English look at this politically charged topic, cutting away the hype and presenting the facts clearly for you, free from debate. It explains what stem cells are and what they do, the legalities of harvesting them and using them in research, the latest research findings from the U.S. and abroad, and the prospects for medical stem cell therapies in the short and long term. Explains the differences between adult stem cells and embryonic/umbilical cord stem cells. Provides both sides of the political debate and the pros and cons of each side's opinions. Includes medical success stories using stem cell therapy and its promise for the future. Comprehensive and unbiased, "Stem Cell Research For Dummies" is the only guide you need to understand this volatile issue.
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Balanced, accessible stem cell research guide.

If you're looking to demystify the complexities and controversies of stem cells, this book is a fantastic primer. It strikes a balance, shunning politicized debates for clear explanations. Whether you're a curious layperson or a student, you'll appreciate the non-technical language that brings cutting-edge science to your bookshelf, teasing out medical triumphs and future promises without bias.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.