The Political Implications of Human Genetic Technology

ISBN-13: 9780367310462 / Angielski / Miękka / 2020 / 255 str.

Robert H. Blank

Opis

Human genetic technology has advanced rapidly in recent years to the point where amniocentesis is commonplace and in vitro fertilization has been successful. The author looks at the questions surrounding these developments and the impact and role of public policy.

Spis treści

Also of Interest -- Preface -- Gentic Technology and Society -- Applications of Human Genetic Technology -- Democratic Concepts and Human Genetic Intervention -- The Public Policy Context of Human Genetic Intervention -- Assessing Human Genetic Programs -- Conclusions

O autorze

Robert H. Blank is professor and chairman of the Department of Political Science at the University of Idaho.