The work I was involved in had no obvious therapeutic benefit. It was purely of scientific interest. I hope the country will continue to support basic research even though it may have no obvious practical value.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
No matter how counter-intuitive it may seem, basic research has proven over and over to be the lifeline of practical advances in medicine.
It is false to suggest that medical breakthroughs come only through government research.
I think even if I did the research mentioned above, it would be a total waste of money because if those people don't believe in the testimonials, they won't believe in the research at all. They would say that I made it all up. So why waste money?
Scientists should not do animal testing if there is any alternative, but subject to that, I would support it on grounds of the medical benefits.
It is certainly important to be looking for cures to medical disorders, but it is equally important to conduct research on human health and well-being.
Modern medical advances have helped millions of people live longer, healthier lives. We owe these improvements to decades of investment in medical research.
In addition to relieving patient suffering, research is needed to help reduce the enormous economic and social burdens posed by chronic diseases such as osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, cancer, heart disease, and stroke.
I do not believe that Congress or the Administration should prohibit the medical community from pursuing a promising avenue of research that may improve the lives of millions of Americans.
I was awake for the therapy, it was documented by a film crew. I am proud to have taken part of helping millions of people even if it has bad results.
The benefits of biomedical progress are obvious, clear, and powerful. The hazards are much less well appreciated.