Krimsky's use of the dialogue method identifies, sharpens, and advances key points of debate and the breadth of issues being addressed. -- Ronald M. Green, Dartmouth College Krimsky is not afraid to introduce the latest, often hyped-up findings and unresolved controversies in stem cell research and to offer a well-balanced discussion of their implications for potential therapies. -- Hynek Wichterle, Columbia University This book presents a wonderful new approach to learning about stem cells and thinking about their broader impact at the interface of society, policy, religion, and ethics. Stem Cell Dialogues is highly novel, very engaging, and will open readers to new ways of thinking about the public stem cell debate. It touches on many controversial areas related to stem cells in a well-informed and engaging style. Sheldon Krimsky is able to break down the pros and cons of each argument in a way that makes the stem cell conversation approachable and empowers the reader to draw their own conclusions. -- Jonathan Garlick, Tufts University Krimsky's coverage of topics is impressive, much more extensive than other available teaching tools. His approach is remarkably balanced, accessible, and interesting. The dialogues are open-ended, leaving the instructor the freedom to develop different ideas in different directions in the classroom. -- Julia Pedroni, Williams College Well-researched and enlightening... Readers will come away with an understanding of the pertinent scientific, political, and moral dilemmas. Library Journal An important book for anyone interested in the issues surrounding stem cell research. Choice The inquisitive form certainly fits the subject, which is multifaceted and evolving. Health Affairs Evenhanded, eminently readable, up to date, educational, scientifically precise, powerfully researched, and very entertaining, Krimsky's slim volume is one that no scientist, policy-maker, ethicist, or intelligent reader should miss... Although the stem-cell debate is complex and heated, Krimsky has done more than anyone else to make it tractable, clear, and interesting. Hastings Center Report As a lecturer in bioethics I regard this book as an immensely useful resource for my MA students...I welcome the contribution Stem Cell Dialogues makes in helping public understanding of the science, ethics and policy concerns of what continues to be a developing and important aspect of regenerative medicine. New Bioethics
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