'Plentiful' Non-Embryonic Stem Cells Found

An anonymous reader writes "CNN reports that scientists at Harvard and Wake Forest have discovered a 'plentiful' non-embryonic source for stem cells, as well brain, liver, and bone cell types as well. The cells, found in amniotic fluid, can be harvested without harm to the donor or the donor's unborn child. While there's no proof that amniotic stem cells are as potent as embryonic stem cells, scientists are hopeful that this will be a huge step forward for the field of stem-cell research."

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Re:The idea that human life begins at conception

[CrimsonAvenger]

In that sense the "secular" definition of when human life starts, are the limits we make for legal abortion. Something like 20 weeks.

Umm, no. Legal limits on abortion in the USA are pretty much set at "before labor commences".