1. Introduction to cells Describe how cells can behave in different ways State what a stem cell is Describe the ethical issues involved in stem cell research Give examples of therapeutic stem cell use Describe how stem cells can treat Stargardt’s disease Describe how stem cell research has progressed through collaborative use of data Explain how local, cultural and religious traditions may impact stem cell research in different countries

2. Introduction to cells Describe how cells can behave in different ways State what a stem cell is Describe the ethical issues involved in stem cell research Give examples of therapeutic stem cell use Describe how stem cells can treat Stargardt’s disease Describe how stem cell research has progressed through collaborative use of data Explain how local, cultural and religious traditions may impact stem cell research in different countries

3. The possibilities are endless…

5. Differentiation Every cell has - An entire set of genes -Instructions to develop into any cell Cells just use the genes they need for their pathway Once on a pathway they are committed

6. Stem cell research Design a leaflet for a doctor’s surgery (for someone who has no idea!) -What are stem cells -Give examples of how stem cells can be used (Stargardt’s disease and leukemia) -How stem cell research has progressed – how may local, cultural and religious traditions impact stem cell research in different countries -Arguments for and against stem cell research -Your own thoughts/opinions on the matter

7. Introduction to cells Describe how cells can behave in different ways State what a stem cell is Describe the ethical issues involved in stem cell research Give examples of therapeutic stem cell use Describe how stem cells can treat Stargardt’s disease Describe how stem cell research has progressed through collaborative use of data Explain how local, cultural and religious traditions may impact stem cell research in different countries