College of Business Administration

Seminar in Business Ethics and Social Institutions

Case Discussion Questions for August 10, 2004:

1) Can stem cell research be viewed as a right to life issue for individuals with debilitating diseases? What about embryos marked for destruction by fertility clinics?

2) What are the advantages/disadvantages in using federal funds for stem cell research? Private funds?

3) Is there a difference in using embryos slated for destruction and creating embryos for the specific purpose of research?

4) Should the US' standing as a world leader in biotech be a factor in the stem cell research decision?

5) At what point in the development process is an embryo human?

6) What problems or benefits can occur with the current restrictions for federal research funds?

7) Would your decision to invest in a firm be weighed by the questionable practices of the firm?

8) Is it ethical for politicians to use emotionally charged issues for political gain?

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