How can I donate eggs (oocytes) for stem cell research in New York State?
The NYSTEM program is not directly involved in obtaining eggs (oocytes) for use in stem cell research. The NYSTEM program provides funds to New York State stem cell researchers to conduct all types of stem cell research, including research involving plant, animal and human stem cells. On June 11, 2009 the Empire State Stem Cell Board revised the standards that apply to NYSTEM-funded research to compensate oocyte donors donating specifically for research purposes. However, the NYSTEM program has not yet funded studies that plan to retrieve oocytes for use in stem cell research. The NYSTEM program also does not maintain a listing of researchers who are engaged in, or considering, research using oocytes retrieved specifically for research purposes. As a result, we do not have a list of investigators or institutions that are seeking oocyte donations for stem cell research. You may be able to identify a facility that will assist you in donating oocytes for research purposes by contacting th
