| Embryo research is amongst the most important and | | | | When considering embryo research, it is important to |
| controversial research programs that are out there. | | | | put yourself in the frame of mind of believing that |
| The widespread belief amongst researchers is that if | | | | technically speaking, no one is either right or wrong. |
| you study human embryos and stem cells, the | | | | There are simply multiple sides of the same debate. It |
| discoveries will lead to some major scientific | | | | is fine to have opinions about the matter. But if you |
| accomplishment. While this may be true, this type of | | | | understand that your opinions will differ from others |
| research has sparked a lot of controversy amongst | | | | and you are okay with that you can function better in |
| people concerned with ethics and also other religious | | | | a debate setting. Opinions formed will have a lot to do |
| groups. Since it is such a hot topic, most people should | | | | with religious beliefs, moral upbringing, and a willingness |
| have at least a basic knowledge of what embryo | | | | to expand your mind and learn about the possibilities. |
| research really is. | | | | Embryo research is being done to find out more |
| All sides of the embryo research debate need to be | | | | information about growth and development. A lot of |
| considered before forming your own opinions. You | | | | diseases are said to have their potential cures in |
| need to ask yourself vital questions during the learning | | | | embryo research, including Parkinson’s disease. No |
| process so that you can form some educated | | | | matter what your beliefs and opinions are, it is still |
| opinions. Some people believe that embryo research | | | | interesting to track the progress of the research. Even |
| and stem cell research is unethical. Others believe that | | | | though there is a lot of potential for discovery, some |
| it may be unethical, but are excited about the prospect | | | | people believe that the ethical problems are just not |
| of what the research can discover. And still others | | | | worth the risk. No matter what your opinion is, and |
| believe that it is not unethical because sometimes | | | | even if you don’t have one, embryo research is a |
| sacrifices need to be made in the pursuit of | | | | hot topic in today’s society. It is important to stay in |
| knowledge and science. Who is right? | | | | tune with it. |