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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Research
  • Stem Cell Science
  • Bioethics

Background:

  • Current legislation regulating human embryonic stem cell research in Australia was subject to review.
  • Divergent policies previously existed, potentially hindering national research efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report on the recent parliamentary vote regarding amendments to human embryonic stem cell research legislation.
  • To highlight the adoption of recommendations from the Lockhart Review.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of a recent parliamentary conscience vote in Australia.
  • Review of legislative amendments concerning human embryonic stem cell research.

Main Results:

  • The Australian Senate and House of Representatives voted to approve human somatic cell nuclear transfer.
  • This decision was made despite opposition from the Australian Prime Minister.
  • The vote adopted recommendations from the Lockhart Review.

Conclusions:

  • A consistent national policy for human embryonic stem cell research is now established in Australia.
  • The approval of human somatic cell nuclear transfer facilitates unified research regulations nationwide.