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Being a very controversial issue (due to religious, humanitarian, political grounds, etc.), it is illegal in certain countries like the United Kingdom and the United States of America.
The United Nations after two years of debate voted in March 2005 to approve a non-binding global ban on all human cloning. The law wasn't binding because there was no unanimous verdict made by the members (84 agreed, 34 refused and 37 were absent]. The U.S. and many predominantly Catholic countries voted in favor, while the U.K. voted against this act. The main argument is:
Human cloning, even for therapeutic reasons, represents the taking of human life. [Catholic countries that oppose human cloning]
Many scientists, such as those of the Royal Society of England, lament the UN decision. However, since the ban is non-binding, scientists are free to pursue stem cell research unless local laws signify otherwise. Stem cell research has applications in in-vitro fertilization, cancer research among others.
A religious sect called Raelism believes that cloning is the first step in achieving immortality. The Raelian corporation Clonaid allegedly produced the first human clone, Eve (born: 27/12/2002). However, the general public has never seen the female baby, who was born by caesarian section in an unspecified location outside the United States. This news was delivered by Raelian scientist Brigitte Boisselier during a press conference in Florida.
Sources and Other Links of Interest:
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* The Royal Society of England: http://royalsociety.org/page.asp?id=1205 * The BBC News Story: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/4328919.stm * Cloning Laws & Public Policy: http://www.lib.msu.edu/skendall/cloning/laws.htm * Clonaid on Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clonaid
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What is the potential benefits of cloning human beings?
Cloning humans raises ethical concerns and challenges around individuality, identity, and potential exploitation. Additionally, there are unresolved scientific and technical challenges, such as high rates of failure and health risks for the cloned individual. Overall, the ethical and practical implications of human cloning outweigh any potential benefits.
Is there any physiological risks in cloning humans?
Yes, there are several potential physiological risks in cloning humans, such as genetic abnormalities, accelerated aging, and immune system deficiencies. Cloned individuals may also face psychological challenges related to their unique identity and family dynamics. More research is needed to fully understand the health implications of human cloning.
Are you in favor of cloning human?
I don't have personal opinions, but cloning humans raises ethical concerns around individuality, autonomy, and potential exploitation. It requires careful consideration of the moral, social, and legal implications before any decisions are made.
What are arguments for cloning humans?
Proponents of human cloning argue that it could be used for medical purposes such as creating organs for transplantation, advancing research on genetic disorders, and offering potential solutions for infertility. They also argue that cloning could provide a way for individuals to replicate themselves or their loved ones, which could have emotional and psychological benefits.
Is cloning humans ethical?
no Yes It depends on your definition of ethical. Is it unethical to clone cattle for food? Is it unethical to clone mice for pharmaceutical study? Opponents say "it's playing God", but they said that about almost every medical advancement from birth control pills to heart transplants, and even to genetically-modified foods. (Humans have been genetically modifying food and animals forever through selective breeding. In-vitro and DNA manipulation simply speeds up the process). Why would or should cloning humans be any different? Identical twins are a result of cloning in the womb. Take religion out of the picture and you would have a hard time making the unethical argument. What would be unethical would be cloning for spare parts. If the cloned person was treated no differently than a twin, a complete human person, then where is the problem?
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Should genetic research involving cloning be practiced in this country?
genetic research generally involves cloning, as in cloning unicellular organisms and some animals but cloning humans is not allowed and should not be allowed. in a nut shell genetic research involving cloning should not be practiced in any country because a lot of people disabuse opportunities given to them.
What is the potential benefits of cloning human beings?
Cloning humans raises ethical concerns and challenges around individuality, identity, and potential exploitation. Additionally, there are unresolved scientific and technical challenges, such as high rates of failure and health risks for the cloned individual. Overall, the ethical and practical implications of human cloning outweigh any potential benefits.
Is there any physiological risks in cloning humans?
Yes, there are several potential physiological risks in cloning humans, such as genetic abnormalities, accelerated aging, and immune system deficiencies. Cloned individuals may also face psychological challenges related to their unique identity and family dynamics. More research is needed to fully understand the health implications of human cloning.
What Is Wrong With Cloning?
There are ethical concerns with cloning, such as the issue of identity for the clone and implications for individuality. Additionally, there are risks of abnormalities and health issues in cloned organisms. Cloning can also raise questions about the rights and treatment of clones.
Should cloning be legalised in any way?
Since there are countless different opinions and reasons why cloning should or should not be legalized, I will try to describe both scenarios. Many scientists are against this idea of legalizing cloning. Many problems could arise as in, accidents, wrong usage and many regarding putting the power into the wrong hands. Others suggest that it will prove a significant advancement in technology and push us further in the advancement of technology realm. In my opinion, cloning would not be the number one thing to legalize, especially because there would be people who would try to clone humans instead of animals and such.
Are you in favor of cloning human?
I don't have personal opinions, but cloning humans raises ethical concerns around individuality, autonomy, and potential exploitation. It requires careful consideration of the moral, social, and legal implications before any decisions are made.
Is there any laws regarding for veterinarians?
Yes, in the United States there are laws that regulate who may practice veterinary medicine. Veterinarians are also subject to all applicable laws regarding business, personnel practice, controlled substance acquisition and disposition, etc.
What are UK laws regarding adult brother sharing bedroom with young brother?
There aren't any.
Is it legal to carry a handgun on you?
Every state has laws and rules regarding the carrying of firearms. Check the laws for your state for any specific limitations.
Are there any airsoft laws in the US?
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Can cloned humans reproduce with all of the benefits of a real human?
Cloned humans would be biologically identical to the original, so they would have the potential to reproduce like any other human. However, ethical and legal considerations may prevent the cloning of humans for reproductive purposes, as there are significant moral and practical concerns associated with human cloning.
