The first authoritative yet accessible guide to this
controversial topic

Stem Cell Research For Dummies offers a
balanced, plain-English look at this politically charged topic, cutting
away the hype and presenting the facts clearly for you, free from
debate. It explains what stem cells are and what they do, the legalities
of harvesting them and using them in research, the latest research
findings from the U.S. and abroad, and the prospects for medical stem
cell therapies in the short and long term.

• Explains the
  differences between adult stem cells and embryonic/umbilical cord stem
  cells
• Provides both sides of the political debate and the pros
  and cons of each side's opinions
• Includes medical success
  stories using stem cell therapy and its promise for the future

Comprehensive and unbiased, Stem Cell Research For
Dummies is the only guide you need to understand this volatile
issue.