A federal judge has blocked stem cell funding in a ruling in favor of a suit by researchers concerned that human embryonic stem cell research involved destroying embryos, Reuters reported.
White House officials are reviewing the decision barring the federal government from awarding further federal grants on the controversial research.

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For related information, columnist Gregg Easterbrook explores the origin of the embryos. Review a stem-cell primer or positions taken by religious leaders. Or take a tour of a university lab to learn what embryonic stem cells look like and how they’re used.