Delighted to read in the Post-Dispatch that Washington has a new (and very  encouraging) position on human stem cell research – finally many stem cell lines  previously ineligible for federal funding will now qualify for federal dollars. This will allow…

Unfortunately the hype of embryonic stem cell research (ESCR) continues (April 18 letter) even though intractable problems include formation of tumors (teratomas) and genetic incompatibilities. In July 2007, ES Cell International—which had begun in Singapore 7 years prior with much…

How many viewers picked up on the Philosopher-in-Chief’s revealing comment in Tuesday’s news conference? “Now, I am glad to see progress is being made in adult stem cells. And if the science determines that we can completely avoid a set…

On March 9, 2009, President Obama lifted a ban on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research. It was a move that many religious and pro-life groups were opposed to. I believe that the government should send more funding to…

Opponents of Missouri’s Stem Cell Amendment are trying desperately to create controversy where none exists (“No public funding for stem cell research,” July 13). The life sciences (which include medical and plant research and biofuel development) are very important to…

The article in reference to the Catholic bishops and their efforts to prevent stem cell research reminds me again of the hypocrisy of these grumpy old men. They seem obsessed with the intricacies of sex such as sperm, penetration, etc…

If both McCain and Obama support expanding stem cell research funding then will the local Catholic bishops be denying communion to any Catholic voting in this election? I’m waiting for Raymond Burke to make a statement saying that voting in…

“Judge rewrites proposed stem cell amendment” (Feb. 21) said that the ballot wording submitted by Secretary of State Robin Carnahan summarizing a proposed constitutional amendment to Amendment 2 needed to be changed according to the holding of the judge. The…