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Embryonic Quotes

Science, confusion, and the search for cures.

These embryonic quotes center on stem cell research, weighing its legality and promise against the misconceptions that surround it, a debate closely tied to Cell Research quotes.

There is an abundance of misinformation, exaggeration, and blatant lies being spread by interest groups regarding the prospects for embryonic stem cell research.

Quotes by Virginia Foxx

The first misconception is that embryonic stem cell research is not legal. The fact is, embryonic stem cell research is completely legal. Research on embryonic stem cells has taken place for years.

Quotes by Virginia Foxx

So why in the world would anyone support the unethical, failed use of embryonic stem cells instead of the ethical, successful use of adult stem cells? Because they do not know the difference.

Quotes by Virginia Foxx

Under current federal policy on human embryonic stem cell research, only those stem cell lines derived before August 9, 2001 are eligible for federally funded research.

Quotes by Tom Allen

Being Quotes

Through their work with fetal tissue, researchers hope to find ways to harness embryonic stem cells which have the ability to become any type of human cell and could provide new treatments for many illnesses.

Quotes by Tom Allen

The Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act would expand research on embryonic stem cells by increasing the number of lines stem cells that would be eligible for federally funded research.

Quotes by Steve Israel

I am opposed to both cloning and the destruction of human embryos and adamantly opposed to funding of embryonic stem cell research.

Quotes by Sandy Adams

The federal and state governments should ban the use of taxpayer funds to support cloning and embryonic stem cell research.

Quotes by Sandy Adams

Most of the scientific community believes that for the full potential of embryonic stem cell research to be reached, the number of cell lines readily available to scientists must increase.

Quotes by Ron Kind

Cell Research Quotes

More important is the fact that embryonic stem cell research could lead to new treatments and cures for the many Americans afflicted with life-threatening and debilitating diseases.

Quotes by Ron Kind

Embryonic stem cell research is legal in America, and nothing in the administration's current policy affects that legality; 400 lines are currently being used to conduct embryonic stem cell research, both in the private sector and by the Federal Government.

Quotes by Roger Wicker

I may be the only person in the world who has my own embryonic cells growing in a petri dish.

Quotes by Peter Nygard

Today, it is research with human embryonic stem cells and attempts to prepare cloned stem cells for research and medical therapies that are being disavowed as being ethically unacceptable.

Quotes by Paul Berg

Laura Bush went on national television during the week of my father's funeral and spoke out against embryonic stem cell research, pointing out that where Alzheimer's is concerned, we don't have proof that stem-cell treatment would be effective.

Quotes by Patti Davis

Cells Quotes

In fact, many nations currently refuse to support embryonic stem cell research of any kind.

Quotes by Nathan Deal

I'm very grateful that President Obama has lifted the restrictions on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research.

Quotes by Nancy Reagan

Well, there are two kinds of stem cells: adult stem cells, which you can get from any part of a grown body, and embryonic stem cells. These are the inner- core of days-old embryos that can develop into any kind...

Quotes by Mort Kondracke

To date, embryonic stem cell research has not produced a single medical treatment, where ethical, adult stem cell research has produced some 67 medical miracles.

Quotes by Mike Pence

Sadly, embryonic stem cell research is completely legal in this country and has been going on at universities and research facilities for years.

Quotes by Mike Pence

Debilitating Quotes

There are no bona fide treatments available for embryonic stem cells. There is nothing in the laboratory, and there is certainly nothing in the clinics available to patients.

Quotes by Michael C. Burgess

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main subject of these embryonic quotes?
Most quotes focus on embryonic stem cell research, discussing its legal status, scientific promise, and the public misunderstanding that often surrounds the topic.
Do the quotes claim embryonic stem cell research is illegal?
No, one quote directly corrects that misconception, stating that embryonic stem cell research is completely legal and has been conducted for years.
What distinction do the quotes draw about stem cells?
They contrast embryonic stem cells with adult stem cells, noting that some critics favor the ethical track record of adult stem cell research.
What potential benefit of embryonic stem cells is mentioned?
One quote highlights their ability to become any type of human cell, which researchers hope could lead to new treatments for various illnesses.
Are there related quotes about medical research generally?
Yes, for a broader look at scientific inquiry, see the related Cell Research collection.

The collection also touches on adult versus embryonic stem cells and their potential to treat illness, pairing naturally with Cells and Being quotes.