U.S. Researchers Clone Monkeys

American Voices ISSUE 43•48 Nov 29, 2007

Using skin cells, scientists at the Oregon National Primate Research Center have cloned rhesus macaque monkeys and harvested stem cells. What do you think?

  • “Before we get all excited, let's remember—cloning is a long and difficult process that will only be available to the wealthiest monkeys.”

    Keith Spicolli –
    Teacher

  • “I'd better hold my praise until some opinionated monk calls himself a bioethicist and weighs in.”

    Martin Nyman –
    Financial Planner

  • “Oh great. Now this box full of rare monkeys I've got is worthless.”

    Leona Frye –
    Cook

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