[extropy-chat] Big names back stem-cell plan - California action forces hand in Washington

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A group of prominent scientists, researchers and doctors is teaming up
to push for a state law permitting embryonic stem-cell research in
Washington.
The effort, fueled by concerns that other states are poised to drain
away top people and funding from the region's research institutions
and biotechnology companies, aims to keep local researchers
competitive in a science that many believe will yield cures for
diseases such as diabetes, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
"We don't want Washington state to be left behind on stem-cell
research by default," said state Rep. Shay Schual-Berke (D-Normandy
Park), who intends to be a lead sponsor for the stem-cell bill. The
legislator's efforts come largely in reaction to aggressive new
programs in other states, especially California, which has voted to
pour billions of dollars directly into stem-cell research through its
universities and other research institutions.
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