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Human–animal chimera : a neuro driven discussion? Comparison of three leading european research countries

Cabrera Trujillo, L. Y. and Engel-Glatter, S.. (2014) Human–animal chimera : a neuro driven discussion? Comparison of three leading european research countries. Science and engineering ethics, Vol. 21, issue 3. pp. 595-617.

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Abstract

Research with human-animal chimera raises a number of ethical concerns, especially when neural stem cells are transplanted into the brains of non-human primates (NHPs). Besides animal welfare concerns and ethical issues associated with the use of embryonic stem cells, the research is also regarded as controversial from the standpoint of NHPs developing cognitive or behavioural capabilities that are regarded as "unique" to humans. However, scientists are urging to test new therapeutic approaches for neurological diseases in primate models as they better mimic human physiology than all current animal models. As a response, various countries have issued reports on the topic. Our paper summarizes the ethical issues raised by research with human-animal brain chimeras and compares the relevant regulatory instruments and different recommendations issued in national reports from three important European research nations: Germany, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. We assess and discuss the focus and priorities set by the different reports, review various reasons for and perspectives on the importance of the brain in chimera research, and identify critical points in the reports that warrant further specification and debate.
Faculties and Departments:08 Cross-disciplinary Subjects > Ethik > Institut für Bio- und Medizinethik > Bio- und Medizinethik (Elger)
03 Faculty of Medicine > Departement Public Health > Ethik in der Medizin > Bio- und Medizinethik (Elger)
UniBasel Contributors:Cabrera, Laura Y and Engel Glatter, Sabrina
Item Type:Article, refereed
Article Subtype:Research Article
Publisher:Springer
ISSN:1353-3452
Note:Publication type according to Uni Basel Research Database: Journal article
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