Christopher Reeve was one of the more high-profile proponents of stem cell research. It's hard to say whether or not such research will ever result in a cure for people afflicted such as Reeve - but I know for damned sure there's no chance for a cure if the research isn't done.
Reeve died yesterday at age 52. More information on the research and hope that drove the second half of Reeve's life is available at The Christopher Reeve Foundation.
