Contents
General Information
NIH Stem Cell Information Excellent and fairly comprehensive
resource on both adult and embryonic stem cells maintained by the
National Institutes of Health. Includes: information for researchers and
the general public: a stem cell primer; FAQ; information on recent
scientific advances; federal policies; and funding or training
opportunities for researchers.
AAAS Policy Brief: Stem Cell Research Includes a discussion of
the history and basics of stem cell science, as well as development of
the policy and ethical debate.
Under the Microscope: Stem Cell Research Assembled by the
National Academy of Sciences. In addition to links to National
Academies’ reports, this site includes a quiz to test your stem cell
knowledge and a great deal of information on the science, policy and
ethics of stem cell research.
Stem Cell Basics
Stem Cell Basics National Institutes of Health; also includes
links to more detailed discussions of the science of stem cells.
Stem Cell Primer From the International Society for Stem Cell
Research, a 4 page illustrated pdf on the basics of stem cells.
Stem Cell Research 101 This website from the University of
Kansas Medical Center includes lots of basic information about stem
cells, as well as tools for scientists, educators, legislators and
advocates.
Stem Cells Clearly Explained Short, very concise information
about what stem cells are with illustrative diagrams.
Quick Primer on Stem Cell Research From the Whitehead Institute,
a nicely illustrated short primer.
Regentech Stem Cell Primer An easy to understand basic
explanation of both adult and embryonic stem cells.
Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer (SCNT) Basics
FASEB Statements The Federation of American Societies for
Experimental Biology opposed the use of somatic cell nuclear transfer
(SCNT) for the purposes of human reproductive cloning. However, FASEB
feels that SCNT is an important technology for the creation of embryonic
stem cells that can help us better understand basic biology and treat
medical conditions.
Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer Information for the general public
from the Roslin Institute, where Dolly, the first cloned mammal, was
created. Includes links to the latest scientific advances in this field.
Cloning Fact Sheet From the Human Genome Project, this site
explains what the term ‘cloning’ means to scientists, the status of
various cloning technologies, and discusses the ethical and policy
debate.
Cloning of DNA, Reproductive Cloning and Therapeutic Cloning to Produce
Stem Cells An illustrated fact sheet explaining the difference
and utility of various cloning technologies, and their application to
human health and animal agriculture. Produced by the Australian Centre
for Genetic Education.
Information for Scientists
National Institutes of Health Stem Cell Resources This site
contains up to date information on funding opportunities, research
policy and guidelines, and training programs, as well as information
about the NIH stem cell bank.
Human Stem Cell Training Courses This site is maintained and
updated by the ISSCR.
Stem Cell Resources for Scientists A fairly comprehensive list
from the International Society for Stem Cell Research which includes job
sites, meeting information, info on stem cell lines, funding sources and
more.
Embryonic Stem Cell Policy
Seven Year Itch: Embryonic Stem Cell Policy Powerpoint
presentation by FASEB Office of Public Affairs staff member, Carrie
Wolinetz, Ph.D.
AAAS Policy Brief: Stem Cells Gives an overview of the
development of embryonic stem cell policy, from discovery in 1998 up
through 2004, including links to legislation, speeches by policymakers,
and Congressional hearings.
World Stem Cell Map An illustration of worldwide policies on
embryonic stem cell research and SCNT. From the University of Minnesota
Medical School.
President George W. Bush’s Statement The President’s statement
on August 9, 2001 is the basis for the current federal policy on
embryonic stem cell research.
NIH’s Role in Federal Policy A concise explanation of the role
played by the agency in carrying out the President’s directive on
embryonic stem cell research.
Stem Cell: Policies and Players A good (although not always up
to date) overview of the stem cell policy scene on the state, federal
and international level from the Genome News Network.
Congressman Mike Castle’s Stem Cell Resource Page Contains links
to legislative information, public polling data, and news stories about
embryonic stem cells.
State Embryonic and Fetal Research Laws A table of the most
recent laws and initiatives at the state level on embryonic stem cell
research and SCNT, maintained by the National Conference of State
Legislatures.
Pending Legislation
Ethics of Stem Cell Research
President’s Council on Bioethics The PCB advises the President
on ethical issues related to advances biomedical sciences and
technology. They have produced a number of reports and papers on stem
cells, SCNT and related technologies.
National Bioethics Advisory Commission (NBAC) - This site has
archived reports (including Ethical Issues in Human Stem Cell Research,
1999) from the National Bioethics Advisory Commission, whose charter
expired in October 2001.
The Ethics of Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research
The International Society for Stem Cell Research provides this
information as a public service to those wishing to discuss stem cell
ethics.
The Ethics of Human Cloning and Stem Cell Research A
report from a meeting of the Markkula Center
for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University which was looking at state
level regulation of stem cell research.
Ethics of Stem Cell Research A
Canadian website listing a variety of academic resources related to
discussions of the ethical implications of stem cell research.
Scientific and Professional Organizations
Society for Developmental Biology FASEB member society dedicated
to advancement of the field of developmental biology. Site includes
position statements on stem cell and SCNT technology.
Society for the Study of Reproduction FASEB member association
of scientists and physicians interested in research in reproduction.
Site includes position statements on stem cell and SCNT technology.
International Society for Stem Cell Research Professional
scientific society of stem cell researchers. Their website includes a
great variety of information aimed at both scientists and the general
public, as well as information for the media, including the most up to
date scientific information on stem cells.
American Society for Cell Biology A professional society whose
purpose is to promote and develop the field of cell biology. ASCB has
been quite active in stem cell and SCNT policy.
American Association for the Advancement of
Science
An international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing science
around the world by serving as an educator, leader, spokesperson and
professional association.
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
FAQs about cloning, stem cell research, and ASRM's position on the
issues.
National Academy of Sciences (NAS) The National Academy of Sciences was created by the federal government
to be an adviser on scientific and technological matters.
Provides a report entitled Stem Cells and the
Future of Regenerative Medicine and information on stem cell
issues.
Biotechnology Industry Organization A
coalition of large and small biotechnology research organizations, BIO
has position statements on stem cell research and SCNT.
Advocacy Groups
Coalition for the Advancement of Medical Research A coalition of
patient advocacy, physician and research organization, CAMR is a leading
advocate for stem cell research. Their site provides up to date news and
legislative information, as well as tools for stem cell advocates.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Information on using stem cells to restore normal blood sugar, plus
information on recent research and policy.
Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation
Funds research on treatments for central nervous system disorders and
works to improve the lives of people with disabilities through a grants
program, paralysis resource center, and advocacy efforts. Site includes
an advocacy toolkit, legislative information, and a host of basic info
on stem cells / SCNT.
Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research Dedicated to ensuring the development of a cure for
Parkinson's disease within this decade through an aggressively funded
research agenda.
Tools for Educators and Advocates
Additional Resources
While FASEB hopes you find the above resources useful, they are by no
means comprehensive. You may also wish to look at the resources
assembled by these other organizations:
National Institutes of Health
American Association for the Advancement of Science
International Society for Stem Cell Research
Coalition for the Advancement of Stem Cell Research
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