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Genetic Non-Discrimination

Genetic Non-Discrimination

Report addresses uncertainties that need consideration as genetic medicine gets increasingly personal and the Senate considers genetic non-discrimination legislation.
Caring About Long-Term Care

Caring About Long-Term Care

A new report by Lisa Eckenwiler on how we can better address the needs of our aging population and provide adequate care for the dependent elderly.

Other Bioethics & Science Features

April 14, 2008

This Week in Congress 4.14.08 - 4.18.08

CAP prepares you for genetic nondiscrimination, student loan legislation, infrastructure, and continued negotiations on the farm bill.
February 20, 2008

Fishy Government

A judicial rebuke to Bush's indefensible behavior on mercury pollution may mark the end of a sad era, writes Chris Mooney on Science Progress. By Chris Mooney
February 6, 2008

Science on the Campaign Trail (Or, the Lack Thereof)

Americans need to know the science and technology policy positions of the presidential candidates, argues Science Progress. By Chris Mooney
January 9, 2008

Science, Delayed

Chris Mooney at Science Progress says restoring the Office of Technology Assessment for Congress is more difficult than expected. By Chris Mooney
December 17, 2007

Parentage Determinations

December 17, 2007

Disposition of Frozen Embryos

December 17, 2007

Guide to State Surrogacy Laws

December 17, 2007

Future Choices: Assisted Reproductive Technologies and the Law

This report from Jessica Arons explores the symbiotic relationship between assisted reproductive technology and the law and implications for policy. By Jessica Arons
November 28, 2007

A National Innovation Agenda: Progressive Policies for Economic Growth and Opportunity Through Science and Technology

Part of Progressive Growth, this report outlines progressive policies for economic growth and opportunity through science and technology. By Thomas Kalil, John S. Irons
November 28, 2007

Progressive Growth

A new plan for the next administration to transform America's economy through clean energy, innovation, and opportunity. By John Podesta, Sarah Rosen Wartell, David Madland
November 26, 2007

Stem Celebration

The work of University of Wisconsin-Madison and Kyoto University scientists will jump start the field of regenerative medicine, writes Jonathan Moreno. By Jonathan D. Moreno
October 16, 2007

Sex, Lies, and Embryos

By Jessica Arons
October 15, 2007

Mo' News from MO: Stem Cells Surface Again

Opponents try to reverse the 2006 public mandate for stem cell research, but find there are a few kinks in their plan, writes Michael Rugnetta. By Michael Rugnetta
October 4, 2007

Science Progress, the Phrase and the Title

The Center for American Progress launches a new project, Science Progress, which includes a daily blog, heavy-hitting web-content, and coming soon, a print publication. By Jonathan D. Moreno
September 25, 2007

Jumping the Gun on Alternative Sources of Stem Cells

NIH’s new plan is overly optimistic about embryonic stem cell alternatives. All stem cells must move forward together to be most effective. By Michael Rugnetta
August 21, 2007

Faith in Science: Bush Displays Surprising Science Leadership

By signing the America COMPETES Act, the president shows he can occasionally be pro-science, writes Michael Rugnetta. By Michael Rugnetta
August 14, 2007

Missouri Compromised

Stem cell opponents’ attempts to block research is making Missouri known as anti-science—a classic case of cutting off the nose to spite the face. By Michael Rugnetta
August 9, 2007

States and Stems: More Problems in State Stem Cell Research

When it comes to supporting cutting-edge biomedical research, states are having trouble.
July 31, 2007

A Flagrant Disregard for Scientific Expertise

The Washington Post reveals that close Bush and Cheney family friend blocked key global health report from the surgeon general. By Michael Rugnetta
July 25, 2007

No Blame for Helping Pain

Not indicting Dr. Anna Pou for the deaths of patients amid the chaos of Katrina reminds us where the blame belongs—on the government.
July 24, 2007

How to Get Fewer Scientists

By Gene Sperling
July 18, 2007

A Challenge to Progressives on Choice

By Sam Berger
July 11, 2007

Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket

Technique deriving stem cells from unfertilized eggs has given more fuel to the misguided rhetoric of those rallying against embryonic stem cell research.
June 27, 2007

From the Lab to the Loudspeaker

At a CAP event Matthew Nesbit and Chris Mooney suggest better ways to "frame" science and avoid misunderstanding.
June 22, 2007

Putting Progress Before Politics

Stem cell research proponents are willing to compromise to keep research moving forward; it’s a deal that the president shouldn’t resist. By Sam Berger
June 22, 2007

Bush to Public: Drop Dead

The president’s second veto of embryonic stem cell legislation comes amid widespread public support for this critical scientific research. By Ruy Teixeira
June 21, 2007

Where the Embryos Go: IVF Patients Want to Support Research

Many couples undergoing fertilization treatments want to donate their excess embryos to stem cell research. But they don't have that option.
June 20, 2007

Bad Medicine, Again: Bush Stem Cell Veto All Wrong

The weight of science and the strength of bipartisanship stand behind stem cell research, yet Bush won’t listen, write Moreno and Berger. By Jonathan D. Moreno, Sam Berger
June 11, 2007

The Clone Wars

By Jonathan D. Moreno
June 7, 2007

Let Science Dictate Research

By Jonathan D. Moreno, Sam Berger
June 7, 2007

One Good Turn Deserves Another

Congress should help build on researchers' stem cell momentum, write Sam Berger and Jonathan Moreno. By Sam Berger, Jonathan D. Moreno
June 6, 2007

Giving Stem Cells the Chance to Revolutionize Medicine

The House votes this week on the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, which would update our outmoded national stem cell policy.
June 5, 2007

How to Move Stem Cell Research Forward

Three steps that states can take now to keep embryonic stem cell research moving until federal funding laws catch up.
May 9, 2007

One Woman’s Fight for Human Lives: An Interview with Brooke Ellison

Brooke Ellison, the first quadriplegic to graduate from Harvard, talks about her efforts in the fight to expand stem cell research.
April 27, 2007

Keep the Focus on the Feds

By Sam Berger
April 17, 2007

Embryonic Stem Cell Research by the Numbers

Embryonic stem cell research facts show that billions will go to research on outdated lines, but a change in federal policy could lead to progress.
April 12, 2007

Divided We Fail: The Need for National Stem Cell Funding

New report gives an analysis of state and federal funding for stem cell research alongside key recommendations. By Jonathan D. Moreno, Sam Berger, Alix Rogers
April 10, 2007

HOPE Is Not Enough

As the Senate debates stem cell research legislation this week, Moreno and Berger note that science leads to life-saving cures, not ideology. By Jonathan D. Moreno, Sam Berger
March 30, 2007

Public Opinion Snapshot: Solid Backing for Embryonic Stem Cell Research

Polls show that the public has made up its mind on embryonic stem cell research. Yet the president may once again disregard the public will. By Ruy Teixeira
March 27, 2007

A Rush to Judgment

Critics of the effort to make the HPV vaccine mandatory should not overstate their case and mix weak arguments with valid ones.
March 22, 2007

Tackling the Moral Questions

Is science invading God’s realm? Various denominations respond to the issue of embryonic stem cell research. By Dan Bennett
March 21, 2007

Stop Politicizing Scientific Terminology

By Jonathan D. Moreno, Sam Berger
March 21, 2007

Serving the American People

Dr. Zerhouni’s address to Congress serves as a wake up call to the White House as it threatens to once again veto stem cell research legislation.
March 1, 2007

The Defining Problem

Sam Berger and Jonathan Moreno explain why altering scientific definitions for political ends is bad for both sides of the stem cell debate. By Sam Berger, Jonathan D. Moreno
February 16, 2007

Keeping the Promise of Stem Cell Research

Reps. Castle and DeGette speak at CAP event about the viability of passing federal legislation to expand federal support for stem cell research.
February 12, 2007

Scaring Off Science

Embryonic stem cell opponents are scaring off a billion dollar industry with the message that Missouri isn’t hospitable to biomedical research. By Jonathan D. Moreno, Sam Berger
February 5, 2007

Leave No (Working) Families Behind: Marking an Anniversary

A progressive policy should include paid leave for the arrival of a child, taking care of elderly or disabled family, illness, and benefit protection. By Lisa Eckenwiler

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