Recent advances in biotechnology in areas as diverse as agriculture, the environment, food, and healthcare have led to much debate and media attention. This unique reference resource for advanced high school students and teachers explores the science behind these new technologies and examines the stakeholders and their stakes in the various debates. The author presents views of scientists, doctors, insurance companies, and big businesses, among others, on such issues as genetic testing, patenting of human gene sequences, cloning, and genetically engineered food.
Each chapter addresses a...
Recent advances in biotechnology in areas as diverse as agriculture, the environment, food, and healthcare have led to much debate and media attent...
News stories abound about important and intriguing advances made in the field of genetics--as well as troubling headlines about potential hazards and misuses of genetic findings. Genetics in the News covers fascinating breakthroughs in genetics, as well as issues we might find chilling. Timely topics covered include forensic DNA, the Human Genome Project, genetically modified foods, ancient human DNA, genetic diseases, and more.
News stories abound about important and intriguing advances made in the field of genetics--as well as troubling headlines about potential hazards and ...
