Research RTD, 6th framework programme 2002-2006: funding for projects on stem cells

In general, the amendments adopted by Parliament tally with the approach proposed by the Commission by allowing the Community funding of research projects involving the procurement of human embryonic stem cells from supernumerary embryos and hence the creation of new lines. However, certain amendments, and in particular those aimed at removing the cut-off date for the creation of supernumerary embryos call into question the approach adopted by the Commission on 9 July 2003.�