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What is the Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures?
We are a non-profit coalition of concerned citizens, medical experts, patient and medical organizations, and civic and business groups organized to support stem cell research and cures in Nebraska.
What is the Coalition's position on stem cell policies?
Our Coalition's position is that any stem cell research, therapies or cures that are permitted by federal law should be allowed in Nebraska provided that such activities are conducted ethically and safely and do not involve human reproductive cloning. Like the overwhelming majority of medical experts, medical organizations and patient advocacy groups, we agree that all types of stem cell research should be pursued in the effort to find lifesaving cures, including research involving adult stem cells, Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer (SCNT) and stem cells from excess fertility clinic embryos (also called blastocysts or pre-embryos) that would otherwise be discarded. We also agree that human cloning to create babies should be banned.
Why was the Coalition formed?
Our Coalition was formed to educate the public concerning all types of stem cell research and cures in Nebraska – and to oppose any efforts to ban or restrict stem cell research and cures in the state. We concentrate on two key areas: education and support of research. Since 2000, we’ve worked to support the efforts and accomplishments of Nebraska-based medical researchers, science educators and young collegiate scientists. In particular, we have supported stem cell research, therapies and cures in Nebraska.
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