Zilinskas and Balint and their contributors examine the divisions between minority groups and the scientific community, particularly in the area of medical and genetic research. Minorities have reasons to be skeptical of medical research in general and genetics research in particular. The sad history of the Tuskegee experiment, in which black men with syphilis were left untreated so that the course of the disease could be studied, undermined confidence in the ethics of medical researchers. More recently, publication of The Bell Curve reanimated controversy over purported genetic...
Zilinskas and Balint and their contributors examine the divisions between minority groups and the scientific community, particularly in the area of...
This groundbreaking reference marks the first time a publication has attempted to provide complete coverage in the field of bioterrorism. Articles review current knowledge across various disciplines within the context of bioterrorism, covering the most recent developments in areas including bioterrorism agents, biodefense infrastructure, biotechnology, preparedness, threats, threat analysis, and legislation. Relevant biological warfare events are included with a through analysis.
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Includes detailed coverage of such topics as: Biotechnology and...
This groundbreaking reference marks the first time a publication has attempted to provide complete coverage in the field of bioterrorism. Articles rev...
Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms: Environmental and EconomicRisks and Benefits provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of the environmental, economic, and regulatory implications of advances in marine biotechnology. The book has been specifically designed to bridge the gap between the rapidly advancing marine biotechnology industry and the government agencies that are responsible for risk assessment and regulation. Editors Raymond Zilinskas and Peter Balint have brought together experts in risk assessment, marine ecology, biotechnology, economics, and...
Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms: Environmental and EconomicRisks and Benefits provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary o...
Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms: Environmental and EconomicRisks and Benefits provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of the environmental, economic, and regulatory implications of advances in marine biotechnology. The book has been specifically designed to bridge the gap between the rapidly advancing marine biotechnology industry and the government agencies that are responsible for risk assessment and regulation. Editors Raymond Zilinskas and Peter Balint have brought together experts in risk assessment, marine ecology, biotechnology, economics, and...
Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms: Environmental and EconomicRisks and Benefits provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary o...
