What’s all the brouhaha about stem cell research?

The final talk in the Wisconsin Idea Explorations in the Sciences series of free public evening presentations, “What’s All The Brouhaha About Stem-Cell Research?” features Robert Streiffer, UW–Madison professor of medical ethics and philosophy.

His presentation Wednesday, May 15, at 7 p.m. in the Biopharmaceutical Technology Center Institute, 5445 East Cheryl Parkway, Fitchburg, will explore both sides of the burgeoning social, political and ethical issues involved in culturing human embryonic stem cells.

Stem-cell research holds the promise of ultimately developing new products that could revolutionize medicine through new therapies for juvenile diabetes, Parkinson’s and heart disease, as well as creating better methods for screening and testing for drugs and chemicals.

This presentation will provide an opportunity for adults, teachers, and middle and high school students to learn about cutting-edge advances in stem-cell research, as well as the social, political and ethical issues surrounding these developments.

The community talks are cosponsored by the UW–Madison Division of Continuing Studies, Promega and the BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute. The BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute is just off South Fish Hatchery Road in Fitchburg Center. Seating is limited to the first 290 people, and free parking is available at the site. For information, contact Peyton Smith, (608) 262-8214.