Monday, August 15

NIH Stem Cell Information

The NIH Stem Cell Information web site contains information on stem cells broken into the following categories:

Stem Cell Basics
FAQs
Report on Stem Cells
Research Ethics and Stem Cells
Stem Cells and Diseases
Glossary
Media Center
Other Online Resources

Research Topics
Stem Cell Registry
Research Protocols
Stem Cell Research at NIHUniversities and Institutions
International Research
Research Funding
Training Programs
Scientific Literature
Mouse ESC Literature Database
NIH Stem Cell Libraries & Projects
Meet Our Scientists

Federal Policy
NIH's Role in Federal Policy
Policy & Guidelines
NIH Stem Cell Task Force
Statements & Testimony
Congressional Legislation

News & Announcements
News Headlines
Upcoming Events
NIH Funding Announcements

Friday, August 5

Primer On Stem Cells: Part 2

"In order to understand the legal issues surrounding stem cells, it is important to understand the science. Therefore, today we continue our brief overview of stem cell terminology. As you may recall, we've already discusse the differences between pluripotent and multipotent stem cells. Today's blog [post from Farella Braun Martel] will focus on umbilical cord blood as a source for stem cell transplantation."