A new advance in technology that seems to make itself the topic of talk show round tables and dinner tables is embryonic stem cell research. With supporters and detractors on both sides of the issue, it is clear that this controversial procedure will continue to encourage debates whether it be on television, in newspapers, or just between humans in general. The ingenuity of this scientific advancement shows promise in the future by helping find cures for devastating illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's, and many other disorders.
To better comprehend the full magnitude of this type of research, the definition of an embryonic stem cell is required. Embryonic stem cells are undifferentiated cells. They have the ability to form into any tissue and body part. Because they can multiply indefinitely in groups, they could provide an unlimited source of important adult cells such as bone, muscle, liver, or blood cells. …
