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Stem celli biology is highly topical and is attracting great interest not only within the research community but also from politicians, patient groups and the general public. However, the standard of publications in the field is very variable. Papers that are scientifically flawed or comprise only modest technical increments often attract undue profile. At the same time publication of truly original findings may be delayed or rejected.
Medical travel for unproven stem-cell-based therapies is commonly
referred to as stem celli tourism. Clinics worldwide over-promise the benefits
of their so-called treatments and grossly downplay or ignore the risks. Such
unproven therapy is without scientific rationale. Neither the efficacy of the
treatments, nor the lack of serious side effects has been shown in animal
models. This 'magic cure by stem cells' approach must be condemned under all
circumstances.
Open letter to Senior Editors of peer-review journals publishing in the field of stem cell biology
Stem celli biology is highly topical and is attracting great interest not only within the research community but also from politicians, patient groups and the general public. However, the standard of publications in the field is very variable. Papers that are scientifically flawed or comprise only modest technical increments often attract undue profile. At the same time publication of truly original findings may be delayed or rejected.
Stem cell tourism: The risks of unproven therapies