In Washington United States scientists used stem cell technology to create mice from two fathers. Scientists say that it could help preserve endangered species and even help same-sex couples have their own genetic children one day.The study was led by Richard R. Berhringer at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Scientists in Texas were able to manipulate cells from a male (XY) mouse fetus to produce an induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell line. This may be a way to help save endangered species one day in the future. It does not seem normal in my eyes though.
Friday, December 10, 2010
US scientists create mice from two fathers
In Washington United States scientists used stem cell technology to create mice from two fathers. Scientists say that it could help preserve endangered species and even help same-sex couples have their own genetic children one day.The study was led by Richard R. Berhringer at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Scientists in Texas were able to manipulate cells from a male (XY) mouse fetus to produce an induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell line. This may be a way to help save endangered species one day in the future. It does not seem normal in my eyes though.
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Well it worked in mice, but who knows how much it will work on people or bigger animals. Its a great idea, in a way. But its almost like cloning, which is something that not many people agree with.
ReplyDeleteI think it's a great way to help save an endangered species. It seems a little weird though. I guess it's something to get used to. It will benefit the same-sex couples who want to have their own genetic children.
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