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Multiple Perspectives

The area of xenotranplantation is hotly contested, but why? Take a look at the websites below to get ideas about the issues surrounding this topic. As you explore, you may want to make additions or revisions to your pro's and con's chart as you explore.
  1. Bonobo Natural History
    1. All About Bonobos
    2. Bonobo Fact Sheet

  2. More on Xenotransplantion
    1. FAQs
    2. FDA discussion on the possibilities of organ transplant from animals to humans
    3. Using animal organs to save human lives

  3. Pro's and Con's
    1. Pro-Animal Rights FAQs
    2. Do we have the right to transplant animal organs?
    3. Viruses and Xenotransplantation
    4. Pigs, Primates, and Plagues

After reviewing the sites above, you might also want to share your ideas with others. This can give you insight into ideas that you may not have thought of on your own. As you move on to the Research and Revise section, try and think about other information you may need to help build and support your response to Dr. Barton's proposal.

Continue to #4 'Research & Revise'

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