"The worldwide debate about stem cells involves religion, ethics, politics, and medicine. It calls for people of faith to learn deeply, think carefully, and contribute fully. Peters's book relates the science of stem cells and regenerative medicine in lay terms. It also traces the strongly divided ethical debate to three very different moral frameworks and shows the deepest and legitimate concerns of each, alongside the secular ethical framework employed in most medical ethics."--Jacket.
The science of stem cells -- Framing the public discussion of stem cell ethics -- The embryo protection framework -- The nature protection framework -- The medical benefits framework -- The research standards framework -- Theological reflections on human nature -- Can theological ethicists help anybody?