The English stem cell researchers seem to have a time of victory and celebration, when the House of Lords have decided to allow them to create the human animal hybrids to harvest the embryonic stem cell for research work. In a free vote last night, nearly 336 MPs voted in favor of allowing the researchers to use hybrid embryos.

The bill is yet to be passed. The new law will allow the scientists to apply for a license to create hybrid embryos, most likely by inserting human DNA into an denucleated cow’s egg. The technique is likely to provide a ready supply of embryonic stem cells for research. Meanwhile two licenses have been issued by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority to groups in Newcastle and London. But the research has not been started yet.

The decision has been welcomed by the religious and pressure groups. Many scientists view it as a much needed regulatory framework for the vital research.

Source: The Register