The Double-Edged Helix: Social Implications of Genetics in a Diverse Society - Couverture souple

Alper, Joseph

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0801879264 ISBN 13 : 9780801879265

Editeur : The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2004

Synopsis

The Double-Edged Helix explores the impact of recent genetic discoveries on both different population segments and society as a whole. The authors address the medical and ethical implications of the new technologies, outlining potential positive and negative effects of genetic research on minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those of diverse sexual orientations. Presenting a wide array of perspectives, this book emphasizes the need to ensure that research into genetics research does not result in discrimination against people on the basis of their DNA.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Joseph S. Alper, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Massachusetts.

Catherine Ard, M.M.H.S., is a doctoral candidate in the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University.

Adrienne Asch, Ph.D., is the Henry Luce Professor in Biology, Ethics, and the Politics of Human Reproduction at Wellesley College.

Jon Beckwith, Ph.D., is American Cancer Society Research Professor of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at Harvard Medical School.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: The Johns Hopkins University Press
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0801879264
• ISBN 13: 9780801879265
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 308
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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