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What does it mean?
Stem cell research makes logical sense and should be pursued.
In plain terms
There is no good reason to stop stem cell studies.
What can you take from it?
Support stem cell research for medical progress.

Where it applies

  • medical debates
  • policy making

Putting it to work

  • fund research
  • remove barriers

Questions to consider

  • What blocks useful science?
  • How do we regulate research?

Another view

It ignores ethical concerns some people have.

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