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Latest news today:- "CLONING BILL FACES TOUGH TEST IN LORDS "Government plans to allow the cloning of human embryos for research face a tough test in the House of Lords. "Scientists claim so-called stem-cell research could help treat diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. "But many peers say the issue is being rushed without considering the ethical issues - they could vote for research to be shelved pending a Lords inquiry. "Religious leaders have also called for more time to weigh up moral concerns." Eileen ----- Original Message ----- From: "Linda J Herman" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2001 12:09 PM Subject: Re: NEWS: Canadian scientists pushing for federal guidelines on stem cell research > Murray, > Thanks for posting this news. I hope guidelines for Canadian > researchers will be approved by your legislators and the research be > allowed to proceed in an easier and more timely manner than we are > experiencing in the US. > I remember that Simon Coles sent a message to the list last month about > the House of Commons passing legislation to allow stem cell research -- > are there any updates in the UK? > > Thanks also for the good news about Michael J Fox becoming a > spokesperson for Gateway. You wrote : > >> Gateway said it would contribute computers, volunteers and match > employee contributions to Fox's Parkinson's research foundation.>> > They certainly deserve our thanks and applause for joining in the battle > against PD. > > Linda Herman