For the Public
SCN receives hundreds of inquiries each year from people who want information about how stem cell research could lead to treatments for cancer, vision loss, spinal cord injury, diabetes and other conditions. Most often, they are looking for credible information in hopes of finding treatment for themselves, a family member or a friend.
This section offers a wide range of information on basic stem cell science and on the history and promise of stem cell research. It also offers brief white papers on the ethical, legal and social issues raised by stem cell research.