Human Stem Cell Research

Blog Topic Question: What is life? When does life begin? 

• According to biologists, life begins at fertilization. Fertilization happens when the sperm joins with the oocyte to form a zygote. 
• A zygote is a diploid cell that results from fusion of two haploid gametes. A zygote is also know as a fertilized ovum. Once the oocyte is fertilized , the zygote is known to be "living". It is considered living not due to having thought process, but due to the zygote having a chance at living. 
• There are two different types of scientific basis for understanding the types of cells. Biologists have to see what the organism is made up of. They would later see how the organism would behave. After the basis' are confirmed , the process continues. The complex structures, tissues and organ systems are considered to be the product of life depending on the zygote.

 Should we support Human Stem Cell Research?

• We should support human stem cell research.
• Stem cells are very important for the development of the fetus and advancement in the medical field. Stem cells also help to repair and replace broken/damaged cells. For now, stem cells are mainly used for research reasons by preventing diseases and making treatments.
• Stem cells are taken from aborted fetuses and fertilized eggs which makes it a controversial issue. In my opinion, we should support human stem cells because it helps to better our world in multiple ways. Why should we let something go to waste when we can recycle it and make it into something better.