What's the debate on regenerative medicine?

Cell delivery systems for treatment of stroke, Parkinson’s Disease and bone regeneration are under development. Photo of nano-sized plastic particles (cell delivery system) courtesy of the author.

The promises of regenerative medicine cause both hope and fear. Professor Kevin Shakesheff, who spoke at the ‘Unlocking the secrets behind regenerative medicine’ event in London yesterday, explains some of the controversy. The event was part of BIRAX, the British Council's UK-Israel initiative to support international research into some of the world’s most dreadful diseases.

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http://blog.britishcouncil.org/2013/11/27/whats-the-debate-on-regenerative-medicine/