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Host: Carson Cooper
Produced by: WUSF Public Broadcasting
E-mail: dhapli@wusf.org

 
 

Florida Matters “Stem Cell Controversy” (Originally aired April 27, 2007)

 
Stem Cell research is a controversial issue that may be coming to Florida soon.
Stem cells retain the ability to renew themselves through cell division.

Some observers are "banking" on stem cell research as the source for the next major medical breakthrough. What kind of stem cell research holds the most promise? Who stands to gain the most? Will the political winds in Florida play a role in this controversial endeavor? We explore the issue with our guests:

James A. Smith - Editor, Florida Baptist Witness

Stefan V. Stein
- Intellectual Property Attorney, Holland & Knight

Dr. Ronnie Z. Hawkins. M.D. Associate Professor of Philosophy, University of Central Florida

  Join WUSF's Carson Cooper for Florida Matters Friday evening at 6:30 pm, and Saturday at Noon, on WUSF 89.7, your NPR Station.
 

Listen to full interviews with our guests:

 
Dr. Ronnie Hawkins Stefan Stein
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Online Resources

  St. Pete Times - Crist enters stem cell fray
  International Society for Stem Cell Research
 

Stem Cell Research Foundation

 

National Institutes of Health – Stem Cell Information

  The Coalition of Americans for Research Ethics
  International Society for Stem Cell Research
 

St. Pete Times - No funds for embryonic stem cells

 

AAAS Center for Science, Technology and Congress – Stem Cell Policy Brief

 

About Florida Matters

 

Florida Matters is WUSF 89.7's forum that goes beyond the daily headlines and explores issues that matter to you and your community. 

Florida Matters addresses critical issues identified by listeners in our Ascertainment Survey 2006. The top five issues that matter most to you are: education, transportation, growth management, environment and affordable housing. Hear directly from decision makers, experts and other concerned citizens. Our purpose is not only to stimulate conversation, but to advance the discussion.

Learn more about WUSF's Ascertainment Survey 2006.

   
 

Florida Matters WUSF Host Carson Cooper

 

Carson Cooper


Carson Cooper has been a favorite of listeners as Host of "Morning Edition" on WUSF 89.7 since 2000. He also reports for other WUSF 89.7 broadcasts. Carson has worked in Tampa Bay radio for more than two decades.