Stem Cell Research Policy(December 2005)

Alzheimer Scotland’s policy on stem cell research was passed by Council on 16 December 2005, after extensive consultation with members and staff.

Alzheimer Scotland supports scientific endeavours to increase understanding of the causes of dementia and seek effective treatments for it.

Stem cell research is a welcome new avenue for scientists to explore in addition to existing areas of study.

The majority of Alzheimer Scotland members and staff support the use of human embryos for stem cell research. However, a substantial minority have strong reservations about the use of therapeutic cloning to create a human embryo for research purposes.

When Alzheimer Scotland considers applications for its Research Fellowships it will consider those involving stem cell research on their merits and take into account the views which have been expressed by its members.

Stem cell research and animal research in dementia