Hybrid animal-human embryos face ban ; HOME From: The Independent - London | Date: January 5, 2007| Author: Steve Connor | Copyright 2007 The Independent - London. Provided by ProQuest LLC.Copyright information

Plans to create "hybrid" human embryos using the unfertilised eggs of cows or rabbits are to be rejected by Britain's embryology watchdog because of widespread opposition expressed by the public.

Scientists criticised the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) because they believe animal-human embryos are vital for research into serious disorders such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease.

Three teams of scientists have applied for research licences...

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