I know this is kind of late, but I think stem cell research is a wonderful breakthrough. My father has lived now for three years with cancer, and I feel I owe it to stem cell research. Before he underwent treatment, he had stem cells extracted from himself, which were then stored for use at a later date. When time came when he needed them, he was able to use these to heal more quickly. Unfortunately, radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery are no longer options, but he would not have lived this long without the help of stem cell research.