New Mexico gov. calls for stem cell center

New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson is proposing $10 million in state funding for embryonic stem cell research. The funds would include money for a new research center at UNM along with money to hire researchers and train students. Embryonic stem cell research has emerged as a wedge issue for the Democrats in some states as they battle for control of Congress.

- here's the report on Richardson's initiative from the Albuquerque Tribune

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