Quote by Stephen Hawking

Stem cell research is the key to developing cures for degenerative conditions like Parkinson's and motor neuron disease from which I and many others suffer. The fact that the cells may come from embryos is not an objection, because the embryos are going to die anyway.

Stem cell research is the key to developing cures for degene

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This quote expresses the belief that stem cell research holds immense potential in finding cures for degenerative illnesses such as Parkinson's and motor neuron disease. The speaker argues that using embryos as a source for these stem cells is not morally objectionable because the embryos would ultimately perish regardless of their use in research. This viewpoint suggests that the potential benefits of advancing medical knowledge and potentially saving lives outweigh any ethical concerns regarding the source of the stem cells.

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