StudiesA New Era in Stem Cell Research On March 9, 2009 the Obama administration reversed the limitations on federal funding for human embryonic stem cell research previously set by the Bush administration’s 2001 decision. The previous restrictions allowed federal research dollars for those stem cell lines generated before August 9, 2001 and instituted a strict moratorium on federal funding for new embryoinic stem cell lines. Obama’s recent executive order removes this restriction and provides for exciting new prospects for stem cell researchers and suppliers alike.  The Science Advisory Board recently conducted a study--involving nearly 500 members from around the world currently or planning to perform stem cell research--providing insights on current & future stem cells research. This information will enable suppliers to identify the key areas of stem cell research, including what products are being used or will be used in the future, and how to tailor their product & service offerings for current and future needs.  What are your thoughts on the following? • What direction will your stem cell research take, now that restrictions are lifted? • What products & services do you require? What new product developments would be beneficial to your research? • What are your top suppliers for your stem cell culture products & do you believe your supplier preferences will change? Are you satisfied with your current suppliers? • How will your budgets change? • What are your current sources of supplies and funding & how do you predict these will change?  By compiling information from respondents, our analysts have been able to determine the stem cell lines currently in use, the major disease categories currently being studied, and products & services that are in current use. Using advanced statistical modeling and secondary research, our analysts also forecast future trends in stem cell line development and associated technologies/applications that will support this rapidly advancing field. We invite you to join our current discussion on stem cells at our community forums. For questions and comments, please contact k.henwood@scienceboard.net [ View Current & Future Studies ] [ View Past Studies ] |
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