Improving Nature?: The Science and Ethics of Genetic Engineering (Canto)

Michael J. Reiss (Institute of Biology, London)

ISBN 10: 0521008476 / ISBN 13: 9780521008471

Edité par Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom, Cambridge, 2001

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Little more than a decade ago the term 'genetic engineering' was hardly known outside research laboratories. By now, though, its use is widespread. Those in favour of genetic engineering - and those against it - tell us that it has the potential to change our lives perhaps more than any other scientific or technological advance. But what are the likely consequences of genetic engineering? Is it ethically acceptable? Should we be trying to improve on nature? The authors, a biologist and a moral philosopher, examine the implications of genetic engineering in every aspect of our lives. The underlying science is explained in a way easily understood by a general reader, and the moral and ethical considerations that arise are fully discussed. Throughout, the authors clarify the issues involved so that readers can make up their own minds about these controversial issues. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: Improving Nature?: The Science and Ethics of Genetic Engineering (Canto)
• Éditeur: Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom, Cambridge
• Date de parution: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0521008476
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780521008471
• Reliure: Paperback
• État de l'article: Very Good

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Synopsis

The authors examine the implications of genetic engineering in every aspect of our lives.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Little more than a decade ago the term 'genetic engineering' was hardly known outside research laboratories. By now, though, its use is widespread. Those in favour of genetic engineering - and those against it - tell us that it has the potential to change our lives perhaps more than any other scientific or technological advance. But what are the likely consequences of genetic engineering? Is it ethically acceptable? Should we be trying to improve on nature? The authors, a biologist and a moral philosopher, examine the implications of genetic engineering in every aspect of our lives. The underlying science is explained in a way easily understood by a general reader, and the moral and ethical considerations that arise are fully discussed. Throughout, the authors clarify the issues involved so that readers can make up their own minds about these controversial issues.