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The first authoritative yet accessible guide to this controversial topic

Stem Cell Research For Dummies offers a balanced, plain-English look at this politically charged topic, cutting away the hype and presenting the facts clearly for you, free from debate. It explains what stem cells are and what they do, the legalities of harvesting them and using them in research, the latest research findings from the U.S. and abroad, and the prospects for medical stem cell therapies in the short and long term.

  • Explains the differences between adult stem cells and embryonic/umbilical cord stem cells
  • Provides both sides of the political debate and the pros and cons of each side's opinions
  • Includes medical success stories using stem cell therapy and its promise for the future

Comprehensive and unbiased, Stem Cell Research For Dummies is the only guide you need to understand this volatile issue.

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A balanced, plain-English guide to this politically charged topic

This friendly, practical guide cuts away the hype and clearly presents the facts on stem cells. It explains what stem cells are and what they do, the legalities of harvesting them and using them in research, the latest research findings from the United States and abroad, and the prospects for medical stem cell therapies in the short and long term.

  • Brushing up on biology — understand the basics of cells and tissues and take a guided tour of the history of stem cell research

  • Delving into stem cell science — get easy-to-follow explanations of embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, and sources of stem cells

  • Where we are now — dig into the current practices in stem cell treatments, trials, and transplants

  • The possibilities are endless — discover how stem cells are projected to make medical advances in the understanding and improved treatment of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and more

  • Understanding the debate — explore the ethical, religious, philosophical, and moral questions related to stem cell research and get armed with the knowledge needed to take an informed stance

Open the book and find:

  • The current laws and policies

  • Ethical, religious, and moral considerations

  • How stem cells are being used to understand and treat specific diseases

  • Safety issues associated with stem cells

  • The pros and cons of current treatments

  • Promising leads for spinal cord injuries

  • Uses for hybrid, chimera, clone, and cybrid cells

  • How stem cell banking works

Learn to:

  • Sort through straight, unbiased facts about the stem cell debate

  • Understand what stem cells are and how they work

  • Appreciate how stem cells are used in research and treatment

  • Look to the future to what's in store for stem cell research

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A balanced, plain-English guide to this politically charged topic

This friendly, practical guide cuts away the hype and clearly presents the facts on stem cells. It explains what stem cells are and what they do, the legalities of harvesting them and using them in research, the latest research findings from the United States and abroad, and the prospects for medical stem cell therapies in the short and long term.

  • Brushing up on biology -- understand the basics of cells and tissues and take a guided tour of the history of stem cell research

  • Delving into stem cell science -- get easy-to-follow explanations of embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, and sources of stem cells

  • Where we are now -- dig into the current practices in stem cell treatments, trials, and transplants

  • The possibilities are endless -- discover how stem cells are projected to make medical advances in the understanding and improved treatment of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and more

  • Understanding the debate -- explore the ethical, religious, philosophical, and moral questions related to stem cell research and get armed with the knowledge needed to take an informed stance

Open the book and find:

  • The current laws and policies

  • Ethical, religious, and moral considerations

  • How stem cells are being used to understand and treat specific diseases

  • Safety issues associated with stem cells

  • The pros and cons of current treatments

  • Promising leads for spinal cord injuries

  • Uses for hybrid, chimera, clone, and cybrid cells

  • How stem cell banking works

Learn to:

  • Sort through straight, unbiased facts about the stem cell debate

  • Understand what stem cells are and how they work

  • Appreciate how stem cells are used in research and treatment

  • Look to the future to what's in store for stem cell research

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies; 1st edition (January 15, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0470259280
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0470259283
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.4 x 0.8 x 9.2 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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    I began writing practically as soon as I learned to read, but I never thought of myself as a "writer" until I was almost 30. I was in the FAA's Air Traffic Control screening program at the time, struggling with the mental fatigue of that job, when I realized that I didn't want a future in which my brain was too tired to allow me to write. I didn't quit the screening program, but I was thankful when I failed to make the cut for the next training level.

    I got back into journalism, then into public relations, and then into writing books. I love writing nonfiction because of the variety of topics I get to cover. If you check out my books, you'll see they range from relationships ("The Birth Order Effect for Couples" and "The Good-for-You Marriage") to medical and science topics ("COPD For Dummies" and "Stem Cells For Dummies") to history ("New York Yesterday & Today") to personal finance ("Making Millions For Dummies" and "Budget Weddings For Dummies").

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Mae Johns
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book on an extremely difficult topic
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2010
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This book is a complete, unbiased, authoritative guide on stem cell research and its implications for the human race. Each issue in the topic is carefully, thoroughly, and fairly discussed in clear language.

Each point of view, whether political or moral, is considered and weighed. The science behind this very complicated issue is clearly laid out in a manner simple enough for everyone to understand, yet complicated enough to satisfy doctors.

I believe that this book should be required reading for anyone with an interest in the topic - which includes anyone and everyone who takes part in health care. This issue is not going to go away. In fact, it is going to become more and more important as science progresses.

I wish I could give the book 10 stars. Bravo, Ms. Schneider and Dr. Goldstein!!
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Dr. Eric Seigel
4.0 out of 5 stars Stem Cell book for Dummies.
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Good book and explains the stem cells and their function very well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Was super helpful for my research paper on ethical setbacks regarding ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2016
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Was super helpful for my research paper on ethical setbacks regarding stem cell research. The terms aren't as scientific as some of the other books out there so it was easier to read through and have a deeper understanding without having tons of background knowledge.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good introduction to what is out there
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2017
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Good introduction to what is out there. There are new approaches but these have developed since this book was published.
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Dagart Allison
5.0 out of 5 stars Great introductory book on Stem Cells
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2014
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Great introductory book on Stem Cells. Perfect for a person looking for a basic understanding of the different types of cells and the basic techniques to create different stem cells.
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Whitness223
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent first book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2019
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Slow reading but I did get stem cell injections in both SI joints and I can feel some improvement already, 3 weeks after!
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M. barron
5.0 out of 5 stars GOOD INITIATION TO THE SUBJECT
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2013
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THIS BOOK, AS THE SERIES NAME INDICATES, IS AN EXCELLENT INTRODUCTION TO STEM CELLS FOR PERSONS INTERESTED ON THE SUBJECT. IT IS WELL WRITTEN WITH SUFFICIENT REFERENCES FOR READERS THAT WISH TO LEARN MORE.
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This book is very helpful. I needed it for school work. It pointed me in the right direction. It was worth the money.
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Amar Saleh
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on July 1, 2017
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Helped me allot with my tests
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Manfred Hamann
5.0 out of 5 stars Geniales Buch, leider bisher kein vergleichbares Buch auf Deutsch gefaunden
Reviewed in Germany on April 28, 2016
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Auch wenn es nicht in meiner Muttersprache geschrieben ist und ich nur Patient und nicht Mediziner bin, ganz gut zu verstehen. Ich habe nach Anfangsdiagnose, Prostatakrebs, nur noch Palliativ zu behandeln durch viele Informationen von Büchern zu komplementären Therapien die Symptome weg bekommen. Vierschiedene Urologen, Onkologen, Professor Dr. Dr. war dabei, keiner der mich behandelt hat (ich war nur bei anderen, studierten Medizinern in Behandlung) haben mir in den letzten Monaten zu meinen Erfolgen gratuliert. Und doch, erst als ich in diesem Jahr vom Ausgangspunkt aller Krebszellen hörte und mich auch dort weiter bildete, ist mir klar geworden: Körper-Krebszellen, Krebssymptome werden durch Krebsstammzellen erzeugt. Einer meiner Ärzte meinte: Nicht lokalisierbar, nicht therapierbar. Zum besseren Verständnis, das kein Arzt dieser Welt bisher Krebs geheilt hat, sondern bestenfalls Symptome reduzieren konnte, egal ob Schulmedizin oder komplementär, ist dieses Buch von dem Stammzellenpabst, Dr. Goldstein ein Muss. Jetzt gibt es auch schon die ersten Forschungsergebnisse, wie man doch an die CANCERSTEMCELLS herankommen könnte.
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Monty
5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 8, 2012
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I bought this book to understand the basics about Stem Cells as I was writing my Research Paper. I wanted to explain the basics of Stem Cells to the current social issues that surround the topic. The book was very informative and helped me through. I wouldn't have gotten a Merit Award if it wasn't for this.

I would definitely give this 5/5 if you are writing a paper, or just out of curiosity about Stem Cell Research.
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Roland Szigeti
3.0 out of 5 stars Not the Best
Reviewed in Australia on September 12, 2014
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Not the best book on Stem Cell subject.
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Mrs. M. Meens
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2021
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Well written my 16yr old son is enjoying it
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