Stem cell research will be the new frontier explored by scientists throughout the country over the next decade. The knowledge we gain and the advances we make may rival the expansion of the computer field. Once the floodgate is opened, I firmly believe we will find cures for many of the genetic diseases and defects currently afflicting the population. Unfortunately, this will also lead to misuse of the technology and science, but that is what always happens. Science and technology are not inherently good or evil but it is up to the user to determine how, when and where to apply it.
We'll be able to find ways to regenerate organs so diabetics can get a new pancrease and leave the insulin behind but someone will find a way to increase the size of the lungs and heart so we have super athletes without using banned substances. The list goes on and on regarding the pros and cons of using stem cells to repair or fix that which is broken. I think that's the main reason people who oppose the research use to justify their stance whether they verbalize it or not. They feel we were brought into this world the way we are and so we shouldn't fix what's not broken since we are made in God's image. If that were true, why do we continue to produce stem cells in our own bodies?
I don't have enough backup evidence to fully support my feelings but I know that it is just human nature to explore and work out that which we don't know. In the ancient world, what is now considered science was thought to be magic or the god's will. As we learned more about the world around us, we were able to put a rational explanation around most occurances. We will continue to do so because we are naturally curious about what makes the world go round.
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