Biology: Molecular, Cell, and Developmental
BIOL 247 Stem Cell Research: Scientific, Ethical, Social, and Legal Issues
Investigates the scientific, ethical, social, and legal dimensions of human embryonic stem-cell research, including the moral status of the embryo; the concept of respect for life; ethical constraints on oocyte procurement; creation of embryonic chimeras; federal policies; and political realities. (Also offered as Biomolecular Engineering 247. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): Course in stem cell biology (ex:
BME 278 Stem Cell Research) or the equivalent knowledge. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.
Also offered as
BME 247
Requirements
Prerequisite(s): Course in stem cell biology (ex: BME 278 Stem Cell Research) or the equivalent knowledge. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.