Ethics Involving Stem Cell Research

The root of concern over stem cell research today lies in what many see as the issue of elective abortions and the conundrum of when life begins. This issue in American culture is uniquely divisive.

Negative screening to exclude companies involved in stem cell research is frequently elected by faith-based groups of differing denominational and religious beliefs. However, what is excluded is viewed variously by different groups. As a result, an array of conflicting approaches are taken by institutions in identifying values-based exclusions on stem cells.

Read more here about how Veriti’s definitional distinctions, together with typical faith-based applications, act as guides to stem cell screening.

Credit: Dennis Hammond, Head of Responsible Investment, Veriti Management LLC