Essays on Stem Cell

Multiple myeloma is malignancy of the blood plasma cells which are responsible for the production of antibodies. As a result, these cells infiltrate the bone marrow and also lead to massive secretion of immunoglobulins which occur in serum and urine. The infiltration of the bone marrow by plasma cells explains the characteristic bone pain. This condition was first described in 1848.It mostly tends to affect individuals over sixty years of age, though it can occur at a younger age. Men are more affected than women. It is more prevalent in blacks as compared to whites. It accounts for 1-2% ...

Stem Cell Research has brought to mankind remarkable results. The use of non-embryonic stem cells have brought a particular recent success to many people. Research at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois, headed by a Dr. Richard Burt, has produced a procedure utilizing cells that come from the patient that has been successful in the cases that have undergone treatment. The process is known as Autologous Hermatopoietic Stem Cell Transplant (AHSCT) that has currently been used on patients who have the most common form of Multiple Sclerosis (MS Unites, 2016). The procedure uses the body’s stem cells from the ...

INTRODUCTION

Stem Cell research is one of the most heatedly debated topics in the United States. Stem cells may have capabilities that would seem like science fiction for many people. Most people have heard the term “stem cell,” but many are not exactly sure what they are. A stem cell is defined as relatively undifferentiated cells that will divide creating at least one daughter cell of the two retain the undifferentiated characteristics. This process of self renewal allows for to a number of cells that can be differentiated into whatever cells one may need; for example if a patient has ...

Recent developments and current trends in human longevity

Age-related diseases and aging have become one of the greatest challenges with respect to financial burden and social status. Based on current evidence and a review of over 100 years of scientific experience, the concept of aging has received criticism owing to growing population of elderly and age-related diseases that act as a burden to the economy. An international workshop entitled, ‘Interventions to Slow Aging in Humans: Are We Ready?’ was conducted in Italy with an objective to provide a consensus on the discovery and development of safe interventions for aging in humans with the help of biologist and ...

Transcriptional regulation of gene expression

Gene expression in eukaryotic cells is regulated at transcriptional, post transcriptional and translational levels (Tomizawa,  Lekstrom-Himes, and Xanthopoulos 17). Transcriptional control is the primary means of regulating gene expression. Eukaryotic transcriptional control functions at three levels: modulation of the activities of activators and repressors; variations in chromatin structure; and effect of activators and repressors on assembly of initiation complexes (Lodish et al. 368). Regulation of transcription initiation is the most widespread form of gene control in eukaryotes. However, in some cases, transcription may be attenuated and regulated at subsequent steps, such as during or after the transcription process (Cooper ...

Kimiesha Nichols

Genetics has a major role in the onset of large number of non-communicable diseases, especially in case of monogenic diseases. As a result, genetic testing has gained credit and recognition for some advantages this DNA testing offers in prevention, treatment and management of disease. Two of its most important uses include for having information about genetic disposition to a particular disease and knowing about genetic characteristics of unborn child (Ross et al 2013). Rising from the elucidative potential of DNA testing, some legal, ethical and social concerns have surfaced up. The present essay with discuss these concerns to know ...

Despite the relative lack of information on the future implications of stem-cell therapies, research has sped ahead (Daley, et al. 793). As an example of the rapid pace of research, the International Society for Stem Cell Research, arguably the biggest international professional organization involved in stem cell research, has been obliged to update its guidelines three times in ten years (Daley, et al. 787). The purpose of this paper is to present some of the controversies evoked by stem cell research and therapies. One of the reasons given for the rapid uptake of stem cell therapies is the appeal ...

Stem cell research and therapy are not new and continue to be a controversial topic. The benefits of stem cells, and what most scientists agree are the potential benefits of stem cells, in curing disease and regenerating tissue are seemingly limitless. In the past bone marrow transplants were the primary method used to obtain stem cells for research into cures for contemporary diseases such as cancer, heart disease, Parkinson’s, Alzheimers, multiple sclerosis, and diabetes as well as spinal cord injuries. However, Embryonic Stem Cell Research (ESCR) is much more controversial. There has been a recent shift to use ...

INTRODUCTION

What is science exactly? The most generalized definition might be the pursuit of knowledge that can be studied, that can be tested through tangible experiments and then can be proven through repetition and presented in real world parameters. Science considers all possibilities but it does not necessarily answer to religious ideologies and philosophical principles that many adhere to, because science only supports what can be proven to be factual. Science, in all of its facets, has been and remains often controversial discipline, whether it is chemistry, robotics or genetics. The source of this consistent public criticisms and questioning of ...

Doctrine of Utilitarianism and Stem Cells

The use of stem cells has been a hotbed of debate for many years. Lawmakers, philosophers, theologians, scientists, and physicians all have their reasons as to whether or not we should or should not pursue the use of stem cells, as well as pursue stem cell research. We should, of course, continue to research stem cells and use them in any way that can manufacture better lives for humans based on simply on the Doctrine of Utilitarianism. Most of the controversy surrounding stem cell research and the use of stem cells surrounds morality. However, the Doctrine of Utilitarianism puts ...

ANSWER TO QUESTION 1

Introduction Biotechnology is an innovative field where biological processes are applied for the provision of genetic manipulation for microorganisms for the production and commercialisation of antibiotics and hormones amongst others. Biotechnology is a process whereby scientists use various aspects of technology to modify genes and microorganisms of living things in order to attain specific goals in the organism in which it is done. The preliminary elements of this course has shown that biotechnology is carried out in both applied and pure research. In applied research, biotechnology is used for the provision of various solutions like medicines, treatment for incurable ...

In the United States, it is reported that one in four adults suffer from brain injuries. Magnetic targeting to enable stem cell therapies to treat brain diseases has a wide scope in the market. The magnetic targeting would aim stem cells at desired location of the brain to treat the defected part of the brain. The stem cell therapies overcome the loss of neurotic cells in the brain, hence, magnetic targeting to enable induction of stem cells in the desired location of the brain to treat injuries is so far the best technology proposed by Magneto Biologics Inc. There ...

The First Amendment evinces the framer’s intent to create a “wall of separation” between church and state. The First Amendment provides that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion” (United States Constitution, amend, I). While there can be no government establishment of religion, religion and politics have long been closely enmeshed. Since the inception of the nation, prayer has played a prominent role in government ceremonies (Lee v. Weisman 633). Beginning with George Washington, all presidents taking the oath of office conclude with the words, “So help me God” (Jonassen 861). Presidents and politicians alike ...

Many people suffering from this disability do have unusual styles of studying, listening to people and a different interpretation when communicating (CDC 3). Scientist studies show that it is a disease that is common in boys than in girls and can be examined in an ethnic or racial group. It is characterized by behaviors such as hand flapping, résistance to environmental change and aggression (ASF 4). Autistic people have been shown to succeed in life with plenty of significant people being named to help give guidance to the young ones that are autistic. The main reasons as to ...

Abstract

The medical profession in recent years has been on the forefront in making sure that the care given to patients is in line with the conventional methodologies of health care. Additionally, the care given to the patients must aim at improving the well-being of the patients without putting the lives of these patients in danger. Moreover, the care given apart from being scientifically sound, it has to be ethical and legal. However, other alternative techniques have proved to be useful in taking care of different ailments affecting patients. These complimentary methods not only aim at healing a patient but ...

Stem cells are rapidly differentiating cells that can differentiate into different types of cells (Sadava, Heller, Orians, Purves and Hillis 408). Stem cells are normally found in multi-cellular organisms (Banzhaf and Yamamoto 102). The stem cell is located in the different tissues of a fully developed adult organism. Examples of these tissues include the skin tissue, inner lining of the intestines and the bone marrow (Sadava, Heller, Orians, Purves and Hillis 408). These tissues usually require frequent cell replacement. The stem cells are also found in the meristem of plants. The function of the stem cell is to replace ...

Philosophy and Ethics

Research and development are meant to make human lives better, they are driven by human nature of striving to make the best of available resources. Many governments in developing nations as well as in developed ones invest heavily in research methodologies. A number of drivers of most research and development are mostly related to patent protection and the exclusivity of the research rights. Patent rights need improvement from time to time. This improvement results to changes and thus more and more research being carried out. Additionally, human capital and industry structure facilitate the drive to invest more in R&D. ...

Philosophy

According to Kass, he defines genetic screening as the process in which expectant women undergo to save their children from generic abortion. Kass believes that the women who undergo such problems, their fetus normally have genetic defects. It is believes that if Generic diseases are normally inherited diseases and in most cases, it is advised for the whole family to go through the process to save the children from acquiring the diseases. According to Kass, he picks his arguments about the generic problems but he is selective about abortion. He argues that, even if the fetus who have generic ...

Introduction

Multiple myeloma is a rare cancer that is being diagnosed in more and more people every year. Officials are concerned that the current trend and are working hard to come up with ways to keep the condition at bay. There are many treatment options for the condition including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and stem cell research in addition to treatment of other conditions associated with the cancer like kidney problem, bone problems and anaemia.

All the treatment procedures are used either singly or with two or more procedures. Chemotherapy can be used together with stem cell transplantation therapy. Stem cell transplantation can ...

Introduction

Human cloning is the creation of identical human being in the laboratory. It is an artificial process and is conducted with stem cell research and biotechnology. Reproductive cloning would give rise to human clones. Animal cloning is practiced from past few years and with the birth of Dolly, the sheep cloning has become the prime research area of many scientists. The reproductive cloning is dealing with many controversial issues and is banned in several countries including United States. The discussion on should human cloning be legalized or banned is a discussion issue among the bio-research communities and there are many ...