Presents the results of a temporary interdisciplinary project, ranging from a discussion of the theoretical and practical possibilities in human-embryo experimentation and its alternatives in research on adult stem cells, a comparison of the situations of regulation of embryo research in Europe, and a survey of European public attitudes.
Embryo Research in Pluralistic Europe
Summary.- Zusammenfassung.- 1 Theoretical and Practical Possibilities in Human Embryo Experimentation.- 2 Adult and Embryonic Stem Cells: Clinical Perspectives.- 3 The Regulation of Embryo Research in Europe: Situation and Prospects.- 4 Attitudes toward Embryo Experimentation in Europe.- 5 Toward a Rational Debate on Embryo Research.- 6 Recommendations.- 7 Glossary.- 8 Appendices.- 9 References.- List of Authors.