Wednesday, March 24, 2010

RJA #9a: Thesis Statement

Research Question

How has stem cell research impacted the treatment of serious disease and injury in field of medicine?

Precise Claim

There are many areas in the field of medicine where stem cell research could have a significant impact.

Reasons/blueprint

Stem cells can be used in research and in clinical studies to offer the possibility of a renewable source of replacement cells and tissues.


Stem cells can be used to treat many serious conditions such as diabetes, stroke, Alzheimers, heart disease, spinal cord injury, burns, Parkinson’s disease, ALS, MS, and arthritis.


Stem cells could also be used to gain a better understanding of how genetics work and can help scientists understand why some cells develop abnormally.


Stem cells may be useful in the testing and development of drugs.

Complete Thesis Statement

Stem cell research and application is important for many areas in the field of medicine, including treatments for serious illness and injuries, treatment and possible prevention of some genetic disorders, and the development of more efficient drugs.

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