Critical consideration: ethics of use of embryonic stem cells
Stem Cells Critical consideration: ethics of use of embryonic stem cells ) To what extend are these positions similar and how do they differ? From the article we can know that both Roman Catholic and Islam have different opinions but their aim is the same, which is, improve human health. Also both of them agreed that the early stages of the biological development of the embryo are regarded as a human. Abdulaziz Sachedina from University of Virginia who represent view of Roman catholic faith disagrees with the stem cell research because the research requires the "destruction of embryos or the use of the fetal tissue from abortion", in Catholic's eyes embryo is treated as a human, therefore they think that we should not destroy a human life to do a research even though it can help us to improve human health because Catholic believe that god gives life to us and we do not have right to end it but to cherish therefore life is very valuable in their eyes. However if there is a way to do this stem cell research without destroying human life, either in embryonic or fetal, the Roman Catholic will agree with it and will not have opposition. While Kevin Wildes from Georgetown University who represent Islamic views thinks that the research on the successful stem cells made by Biotechnical intervention in the early stages of life, which means embryo or fetal is "an act of faith to
Hoe zorgen economies of scope in de productieafdeling van Coca-Cola voor een zo succesvol mogelijk bedrijf?
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I found dramatic changes in the London areas, starting with the CBD and travelling out to the more high-class residential areas. I found that this study highlighted the environmental quality within the east London area
Analysis and conclusion Whilst working on this project I have collected a series of results. My results consist of how the Central Business District (CBD) shows us the Burgess Model. As you can see by the map below London clearly shows the rings of the Burgess Model. This is just one of many maps of London that shows the Model. I found that what I intended to find from research such as maps and graphs was correct. ) Danecourt Gardens 16 2. Carnforth Gardens 4 3. Gale Street 9 4. Harold Road -3 5. Queens Road West 4 6. Wellington Way -15 7. Bow road 4 One of the first destinations we visited was Danecourt Gardens, as you can see my results show that this location was the highest point on my graph. Danecourt Gardens showed high quality, well-designed detached properties in good condition. The range of properties in this area command high prices. This area demonstrated a safe environment consisting of uncongested streets, which resulted in easy parking and access that in turn creates little pollution. The area was attractive in design and of a good reputation; there was plenty of open space and greenery. In general this is a desirable area to live in. On the other end of the scale my graph shows a completely different story. For instance on visiting Wellington Way, which was one of my last places to visit, this graph will show expensive but badly designed and in poor
Understand how customer services is provided in business.
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I am a very keen sportsman who takes part in a whole range of sporting activity. At school I have participated in the school football team, captained the cricket team, done climbing, basketball and badminton.
INTRODUCTION I am a very keen sportsman who takes part in a whole range of sporting activity. At school I have participated in the school football team, captained the cricket team, done climbing, basketball and badminton. Outside of school I am a season ticket holder at Burnley football club, and I captain Burnley boys football club at Sunday league level. I am also a member of Burnley boys club where I play snooker. For the purpose of my analytical investigation I intend to devise a self - improvement training programme. The programme that I intend to undertake is tennis, this is because I am interested in the sport, rarely play the sport, and so I feel that tennis is the sport, which I will get the most improvement from. I don't have many strengths in tennis but the ones I do have are volley and lob. I do, however, have weaknesses and the purpose of the analytical investigation is to devise a training plan to improve on these. My weaknesses are serving, forehand and any backhand shot. I feel that I will need to research the correct techniques in order to show improvement My self-improvement programme will concentrate on improving my weaknesses. In order to complete this programme I will need to devise a self - improvement program in order to develop my weaknesses. Devising a training plan to get the correct techniques and skill to improve will do this. AIMS
How does Barclays plc fulfil its obligations to their stakeholders in terms of ethical business practice and socially responsible corporate behaviour?
To: Dr Yi Zhu Fr: Alecia Baker Date: November 4, 2005 How does Barclays plc fulfil its obligations to their stakeholders in terms of ethical business practice and socially responsible corporate behaviour? According to The Institute of Business Ethics (cited in MORI, 2003), "80% of the public believe that large companies have a moral responsibility to society but 61% also thought large companies don't care". Why this shocking conclusion? Due to major accounting scandals such as Enron and WorldCom the public's confidence in organisations have decreased. Why is there now an increasing demand for organisations to behave ethically and responsibly? Ethics is seen as '... a system of morals or rules of behaviour' (Mullins 1999) meanwhile the definition of corporate responsibility taken from Sims (2004) states that'... business behaviour that is likely to engender the trust and commitment of stakeholders towards the company.' Changes in people's values and beliefs have also led to this demand. Yet, to what extent are organisations responding to the changing needs of society? For this analysis, the focus of this issue will be centred on Barclays plc and whether this company is fulfilling its ethical and socially responsible behaviour towards its stakeholders. In order to ascertain the effectiveness of these policies and validity of their claims, many different sources
In what ways does feminism radically question our understanding of 'men' and 'women' and the social structures which maintain gender differences and inequalities?
In what ways does feminism radically question our understanding of 'men' and 'women' and the social structures which maintain gender differences and inequalities? The question assumes that there are only two types of thought on this issue one, which is the feminist, and another, which all others share. It alienates the feminist thought completely right from the outset. 'Our' understanding on the subject is one which is seen as a perceptive that is socially accepted. A thought that the majority have been following shared for centuries. This notion is conveyed through the actions and laws portrayed by humans who have prescribed both males and females with what is seen as an appropriate role for them in society. Defining men or women biologically would highlight the biological factors of the differences between the sexes. The physical makeup of men and women differs therefore dissimilarity between the two is inevitable. However the thought of femininity and masculinity is questioned as these propose the idea of men and women being different in a social context and therefore resulting in different rights for each. Carol Gilligan agrees with the idea that even though men and women are different, they each have their own separate place in society. (Gilligan C 1993) Feminism, by definition is a 'social movement', which works towards removing any form of discrimination against
Many Economists and managerial Scientists in our days question that the sole aim of a firm is the maximisation of profits.
"The increased rate of merger activity both nationally and internationally suggests that many enterprises will adopt a multi-divisional internal structure. The implication of this divisionalisation must be that modern business firms are more likely to adopt goal pursuits and least cost behaviour associated with the neo-classical profit maximisation hypothesis." Many would make the basic assumption that firms are in business for a simple reason: To make money. Traditional economic theory suggests that firms make their decisions on supply and output on the basis of profit maximisation. However many Economists and managerial Scientists in our days question that the sole aim of a firm is the maximisation of profits. These economists suggest that there are a number of other objectives that are important to a business. Personal motives may be important, especially where the manager is also the owner of the firm. In this case emphasis may be placed on good employee relations and the welfare of the workers. Divorce of ownership from control in modern day businesses has challenged the traditional theory of economists that profit maximisation is the main objective. Many businesses, especially those involved in merger activity are beginning to move away from the traditional U (unitary) form organisation, and towards the M form (multi divisional). U form businesses have a hierarchy
Explain why some UK companies are reluctant to invest in training and development. Do you consider these reasons to be valid?
Explain why some UK companies are reluctant to invest in training and development. Do you consider these reasons to be valid? The rapid development of technology and in other areas have led companies' ability to replicate products more easily, and the rapidly expansion of the service sector has led the nature of consumers to demand high quality at the lowest prices. Both of these highlight the importance of gaining the competitive advantage through the labour force. A method through which a company could obtain this edge, is through training and development of their various skills. Its implementation and management concerns many concepts, esoteric and thus hard to emulate. Training and development can have many benefits to the organisation but they may be reluctant to do it as many barriers or factors that could prove the investment to be uneconomical exist. These factors are explained below, following a brief description of T&D and its benefits. How the factors can be tackled are discussed, to reach the validity of these reasons. T&D if applied could do well giving consideration to the Bramley principle 1996 (Torrington, Hall, 1998, pg410). This concept refers to assessing the current environment, establishing strong criteria for T&D, planning an implementation strategy and a clear evaluation checklist. This would determine whether or not the expenditure provided visible
This report aims to provide sufficient financial evidence into the performance of Easyjet in comparison with its rival Ryanair in order to come to a conclusion as to whether its position is suffering in the current downturn. The report will then evaluate
EasyJet vs. Ryanair December 1 2009 Analysis into the current financial performance of EasyJet in comparison with its rival Ryanair to deduct whether issues need to be addressed in this current economic downturn. Group 5 Maria Holden-Downes B00537973 George Junkin B00543458 Leslie Leung B00343712 Rajeev Kumar B00542416 Neelofar Taj B00537981 B00542416 Easyjet vs. Ryanair Executive Summary This report aims to provide sufficient financial evidence into the performance of Easyjet in comparison with its rival Ryanair in order to come to a conclusion as to whether its position is suffering in the current downturn. The report will then evaluate the performance of both companies, both short-term and long-term and suggest whether the Finance Director of Easyjet needs to be worried about the company's long-term viability. This will be achieved through the CORE analysis strategy by Moon and Bates (1993). Using ratios to analyse the financial statements will allow us to make important findings and discover what issues to need be addressed. Finally recommendations will be made for Easyjet in order to better their position. Note: All figures are taken from Easyjet and Ryanair's financial statements available at www.easyjet.com and www.ryanair.com respectively. See Appendix 1 and 2 for the statements relating to the financial years 2007 and 2008. All ratios were
