A political philosopher's reflections on politics, philosophy, science, medicine and law.
"Enlightenment is man's emergence from his self-incurred immaturity" (Immanuel Kant, 1784).
Friday, January 05, 2007
Hybrid Embryo Research (UK)
This important BBC News report notes that UK scientists pursuing cures for degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's might have their work stopped because of popular opposition to "hybrid embryos". These are embryos that are more than 99% human but have a small (non-human) animal component. Reuters UK also has the story here.
I am the Sir Edward Peacock Professor of Political Theory in the Department of Political Studies, Queen's University (Cross-appointed with Philosophy) in Canada.
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