Stem Cell Research

Aren't Cartoons really effective in telling you loads about a Topic? Stem Cell Research is a hot, controversial topic that is highly debateable by professionals and Scientists around the world. It all boils down to 1 key factor, is the embryo considered a living thing?
Dear Reader, please stop to ponder over this. That little cell, does it have a mind of its own? It has no heart, no organ and no way of defending itself - is it or is it not a living thing?

Why is the Stem Cell so important? Why do so many across the world want to experiment and examine it and yearn to have it?
How did your organs come about? By Magic? Nah, far from that, stem cells are like little factories and slowly, the start specialising into becoming unique parts of the human bodies. If Man is able to manipulate it, things such as Parkinsons and Cancer can be cured since you could use the stem cell to replace any damaged organ in the long run. Did that stun you? Was it an Eye Opener? That being said, it is still a fact that Man hasn't been able to fully understand these minute cells and as such, continuous research is the only way to develop our understanding of it.

The point of controversy is, when is the Stem Cell considered a living thing? It is after all an embryo, the prelude to a baby! There are several biological markers which only occur after the fourteenth day which by then, the embryo would have been destroyed by the extraction of the stem cells. As such, no form of life would take place after the research has been complted since the cells would most likely have been harmed or even destroyed after being exposed to certain chemicals or machines. Some Scientists argue that a cell should not be given equal attention like a man walking on the road but others feel it is still a life and that Scientists are absolutely ruining all chances of it becoming a human being just like us. Is that murder? Then again, Scientists are smart people and have actually likened the stem cell to a cadaver in order to continue their pursuit for government financial assistance. However, I feel that a cadaver is a dead thing to start out with but the stem cell would lose its chance to live. That's the thing that has baffled me since Scientists feel that the stem cell is still "Raw Material" before the 14th day.

It is justifiable to say that this is just a smokescreen hiding many from seeing the big picture since being able to control stem cells would benefit an even larger pool of people. Man would have a whole new perspective and paradigm when coming across this topic and human reproduction might seem like a whole new Vending Machine. We can create Raw Material - "For the cells! Not the Baby!"


I feel that something this controversial shouldnt have concrete times as to when and where research should stop but should however be circumstantial. Cells and Babies shouldnt be deemed material less Mothers would be no different from Factories.

Medical progress is important for the world, but moral ethics also play a part. Though the cells might not have any feelings whatsoever, we must take into account that they will become living creatures later on. As such, there is a grey area. Should we sacrifice a few for the sake of millions around the world? My answer would be a resounding yes, though it would be tragic that a few would have to exterminated in the research project. As such, the government could portion of a few cells each time from donors who donate their cells. Of course, monetary rewards should not be given as people might try to take advantage of the government. We will see in due course how many around the world are kind enough to help others in the world. The benefits of being able to utilize stem cells are plenty.

For now, we will stick to the fourteen day rule. That would be equivalent to two weeks and only time will tell what Scientists can discover! Onwards, for the greater good for Mankind!

So tell me, reader, are you a Republican or are you a Democrat. Would you fight for the greater good and forego a few or will you keep everyone safe?