Differentiating between human and non-human interspecies embryos

J Med Ethics. 2014 Apr;40(4):284-5. doi: 10.1136/medethics-2013-101363. Epub 2013 May 24.

Abstract

Following the debate in the UK House of Lords, in December 2012, uncertainty remains as to the manner in which human and non-human interspecies embryos are differentiated in law.

Keywords: Animal Experimentation; Bills, Laws and Cases; Chimeras; Embryos and Fetuses; Moral Status.

MeSH terms

  • Beginning of Human Life / ethics
  • Embryo Research / ethics
  • Embryo Research / legislation & jurisprudence*
  • Embryo, Mammalian*
  • Government Regulation*
  • Humans
  • Moral Obligations*
  • Uncertainty
  • United Kingdom