UK’s reputation as world leader in stem-cell research challenged

January 22, 2009

The UK was touted as a “leader in the field” of stem-cell research by those advocating the use of human-animal hybrid embryos during debates over regulation last year. The arguments helped to ensure that the sector has a regulatory framework considered to be one of the most scientifically liberal in the world.

But a report by technology consultants Cels, leaked to Times Higher Education, suggests that the UK could be suffering from an inflated perception of its own research prowess. (Times Higher Education)