Research on Human Embryos, Stem Cells and Cloning - One Year Since the Passing of Australian Federal Legislation
AbstractTwo advances in biotechnology: cloning and stem cell technologies - have changed the world in terms of attitudes towards what we think is scientifically possible, and arguments about how far we think science and medicine should go. This paper considers the scientific and legal positions of Australia one year after the passing of Federal legislation on research on human embryos, and cloning. The author concludes that continued scientific evaluation, coupled with a consideration of other legislative positions and the debate that continues to be had around the world, will prove invaluable in both evaluating Australia’s current regulations, and in assessing any necessary changes. |