The ethical questions about using stem cells in research include:

1. Source of Stem Cells:

   • Embryonic stem cells come from human embryos. This raises questions about how we view the value of these embryos. In the UK, about 60% of people support using embryonic stem cells for research.

2. Consent Issues:

   • It’s really important to get clear permission from donors. Nearly 71% of people think that donors should have clear rights over their own cells.

3. Worries About Exploitation:

   • There are concerns about making money from human cells. This has led to calls for rules to help prevent abuse of this situation.

These ethical discussions can affect how funding is provided and the rules that guide research in science and medicine.