Shall we let the dust settle?

My news every day presents new discoveries and accusations of problems in embryonic stem cell research. Reports of contamination of some of Hwang's stem cell lines by fungi are only the latest. Having commented on these problems several times, I think it's now time for me to let the dust settle on the stem cell controversies for a while and hope that the solid research both adult and embryonic stem cell research continues.

For a while, this blog will focus on genetic testing. As solid information emerges about stem cell research, I'll post it for you.  I was about to suggest readers interested in stem cell progress check out the site I've referenced earlier (http://www.newdrugs.com/stemcells), but on checking it out today, I see that she is also taking a break. Perhaps disappointment is contagious. Stephen Meyer, however, is still continuing his work on updating stem cell news. Check out his group at StemCellInformation@yahoogroups.com.

Please stick with Geneforum and learn about the incredible and odd uses to which genetic testing is being applied. I know you'll find it enlightening.

Marie Godfrey, PhD