Stem Cell Century: Law and Policy for a Breakthrough Technology [Hardcover]

Prof. Russell Korobkin (Author), Stephen R. Munzer (Contributor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0300122926 | ISBN-13: 978-0300122923 | Publication Date: November 28, 2007 | Edition: 1ST

The explosion of interest in stem cell research raises a raft of controversial policy questions. When should human embryos be used to create stem cells? Should cloning be outlawed? Should egg and tissue donors be paid? Should we allow scientists to patent stem cells? Is the government entitled to a portion of the revenue from stem cell technology created with public funds? How should the regulators and courts balance the competing goals of access to revolutionary treatments and protection of the public from unknown risks?

Russell Korobkin, with contributions from Stephen R. Munzer, provides the first thorough discussion and analysis of these and other unsettled questions of law, policy, and ethics that surround stem cell science. His clear and concise description of complex problems coupled with logical and well-balanced  conclusions makes this volume essential reading for all Americans, general readers and experts alike, interested in the promise of stem cell research and the future of regenerative medicine.  

Editorial Reviews

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"Are we prepared to face the unique challenges of stem cell research as it moves from the laboratory to medical treatments? Thanks to the remarkable work of Russell Korobkin, we now have a clear and thorough road map to follow. Whether you are a policy-maker, attorney, biotech executive, patient, or concerned citizen, you will be well served to read Stem Cell Century."—Bernard Siegel, Executive Director, Genetics Policy Institute 

(Bernard Siegel )

"Stem Cell Century provides a very clear analysis of the policy issues around cloning and stem cells in biomedicine, on the basis of a sound scientific understanding of the underlying biology.”—Ian Wilmut, Director, Edinburgh University Centre for Regenerative Medicine and creator of "Dolly" the lamb, the world''s first cloned mammal  

(Ian Wilmut )

"Stem Cell Century is the first book to clearly explain the profound effects of law and policy on what may be the biggest scientific advance of our time. Korobkin vividly demonstrates how a formerly quiet corner of biology has exploded into new realms of intellectual property, commerce and international affairs.  If you want to know what lies ahead for stem cell research, buy this book."—Christopher Thomas Scott, Director, Stanford University Program on Stem Cells and Society, and author of Stem Cell Now: A brief introduction to the coming medical revolution

(Christopher Thomas Scott )

About the Author

Russell Korobkin is a professor of law at the UCLA School of Law and senior fellow at the UCLA Center for Society and Genetics.

 

Stephen R. Munzer is also a professor of law at the UCLA School of Law and senior fellow at the UCLA Center for Society and Genetics.

 

Product Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: Yale University Press; 1ST edition (November 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0300122926
• ISBN-13: 978-0300122923
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,412,385 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars VALUABLE BOOK, February 9, 2008

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This review is from: Stem Cell Century: Law and Policy for a Breakthrough Technology (Hardcover)

As a stem cell research advocate (a California law named after my son, Roman Reed, inspired the nation's first state funding of embryonic stem cell research) I am constantly on the lookout for books which clarify difficult issues.

"Stem Cell Century" is a clear and understandable summary of key legal questions in this vital area.

Libraries, advocates, lawyers, and regular folks will find much of value here.

Don C. Reed, [...]

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clarity and Depth on the Issues Surrounding Stem Cell Research, July 5, 2008

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Elliot Dorff "Professor of Philosophy, Americ... (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stem Cell Century: Law and Policy for a Breakthrough Technology (Hardcover)

Stem Cell Century, by Russell Korobkin (with Stephen R. Munzer), enables non-scientists and scientists alike to understand stem cell research in all its facets. The book explains what stem cells are in clear, non-technical terms, together with what scientists hope to achieve through research on them -- "the promise and the hype," as Korobkin puts it. He then describes the moral and public-policy issues involved in embryonic stem cell research in ways that those unfamiliar with such ethical and legal discourse need not fear. Quite the contrary, one comes away from reading this book with a thorough understanding of why so many people have invested so much thought in this -- and why that effort was well spent. This book is a real contribution to each of us as thinking citizens and to society as a whole as we seek to make moral decisions and public policy on this issue as intelligently as possible.