Stem-cell ruling leaves researchers hanging

Stem-cell ruling leaves researchers hanging

In Miami, scientists have injected bone marrow-derived stem cells into 40 people whose cardiac muscle was deadened by heart attacks. In Santa Monica, Calif., human embryonic stem cells are being studied for their potential to restore vision to the blind. And the U.S....
Stem-cell ruling leaves researchers hanging

Judge Roils Stem-Cell Research

A U.S. judge blocked the federal government from funding research involving human embryonic stem cells, a surprise blow to one of the most promising yet controversial areas of current scientific research. The ruling, which could affect hundreds of millions of dollars...
Stem-cell ruling leaves researchers hanging

Detroit Goes From Gloom to Economic Bright Spot

After a dismal period of huge losses and deep cuts that culminated in the Obama administration’s bailout of General Motors and Chrysler, the gloom over the American auto industry is starting to lift. Jobs are growing. Factory workers are anticipating their first...