Stem Cell Century Law and Policy for a Growing, Breakthrough Technology Russell Korobkin, Stephen R. Munzer

The explosion of interest in stem cell research raises a raft of controversial policy questions. When should human embryos be used to create stem cells? Should cloning be outlawed? Should egg and tissue donors be paid? Should we allow stem cells to be patented? Is the government entitled to a portion of the revenue from stem cell technology created with public funds? How should the FDA and the courts balance access to revolutionary treatments with protection of the public against unknown risks? In this book, Russell Korobkin and Stephen Munzer provide the first thorough discussion and analysis of these and other unsettled legal and policy issues surrounding stem cell science. Their clear and concise description of complex problems coupled with logical and well-balanced policy conclusions makes this volume essential reading for scholars and general readers concerned with the success of stem cell research and the future of regenerative medicine.

Russell Korobkin and Stephen R. Munzer are professors of law at the UCLA School of Law and senior fellows at the UCLA Center for Society and Genetics.

"Stem Cell Century is the first book to clearly explain the profound effects of law and policy on what may be the biggest scientific advance of our time. Korobkin vividly demonstrates how a formerly quiet corner of biology has exploded into new realms of intellectual property, commerce and international affairs. If you want to know what lies ahead for stem cell research, buy this book."Christopher Thomas Scott, Director, Stanford University Program on Stem Cells and Society, and author of Stem Cell Now: A brief introduction to the coming medical revolution -- Christopher Thomas Scott

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