Why does the American Heart Association support cloning research?
Cloning research offers great promise. It could be used to develop dramatic new procedures and techniques to reverse degenerative heart disease. For example, it may help generate new, healthy heart tissue, valves and other vital tissues and structures. Our association is committed to supporting the most promising medical and scientific research. Background In February 1999, the AHA’s Board of Directors charged a task force to develop proposed positions for the association on cloning research. The Board also asked the task force to identify and address potential adverse consequences likely to arise from the recommendation. The task force thoroughly researched the topic, conducted an internal survey of affiliates and scientific committees in October 1999 and presented its recommendations to the Board in June 2000. The Board voted to adopt a policy to continue supporting meritorious research involving cloning and to support federal funding of cloning research.
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