Philosophy And Revolutions In Genetics
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Philosophy And Revolutions In Genetics
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Author : Keekok Lee
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2016-01-03
Philosophy And Revolutions In Genetics written by Keekok Lee and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-01-03 with Science categories.
The last century saw two great revolutions in genetics; the development of classic Mendelian theory and the discovery and investigation of DNA. Each fundamental scientific discovery in turn generated its own distinctive technology. Biotechnology is the offspring of the latter and is expected to be the driving force behind economic growth in the twenty-first century. These two case studies enable the author to conduct a philosophical exploration of the relationship between fundamental scientific discoveries on the one hand, and the technologies that spring from them on the other. As such it is also an exercise in the philosophy of technology.
The Genetic Revolution And Human Rights
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Author : Justine Burley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1999
The Genetic Revolution And Human Rights written by Justine Burley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Eugenics categories.
Are eugenics practices morally defensible? Who should have access to g enetic information about particular individuals? What dangers for cult ural and racial diversity do developments in genetics pose? And how sh ould scientific research be regulated and by whom? These are some of t he questions addressed in this book, which comprises the 1998 Oxford A mnesty Lectures. The lecturers are all respected in their specific fie ld, including Hilary Putnam, Ian Wilmut (co-creator of 'Dolly' the she ep), and Jonathan Glover. Each lecture is proceeded by a discussion ar ticle written by prominent lawyers, scientists, and philosophers, and a foreword has been written by Richard Dawkins. Fascinating and though t-provoking, this book is essential reading for all those interested i n the future of genetics and humankind.
The Lives To Come
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Author : Philip Kitcher
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 1997-08-04
The Lives To Come written by Philip Kitcher and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-08-04 with Science categories.
ect, Philip Kitcher takes readers into the heart of the revolution in genetic research today and raises important philosophical questions about its impact on ethical, legal, and political issues, now and in the future.
The Lives To Come
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Author : Philip Kitcher
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1997
The Lives To Come written by Philip Kitcher and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Genetic engineering categories.
Originally published in 1996, an examination of the medical, social and political implications of the Human Genome Project, the revolution of new molecular genetics.
Genes A Philosophical Inquiry
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Author : Gordon Graham
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2005-07-05
Genes A Philosophical Inquiry written by Gordon Graham and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-07-05 with Philosophy categories.
'It's all in the genes'. Is this true, and if so, what is all in the genes? Genes: A Philosophical Inquiry is a crystal clear and highly informative guide to a debate none of us can afford to ignore. Beginning with a much-needed overview of the relationship between science and technology, Gordon Graham lucidly explains and assesses the most important and controversial aspects of the genes debate: Darwinian theory and its critics, the idea of the 'selfish' gene, evolutionary psychology, memes, genetic screening and modification, including the risks of cloning and 'designer' babies. He considers areas often left out of the genes debate, such as the environmental risks of genetic engineering and how we should think about genes in the wider context of debates on science, knowledge and religion. Gordon Graham asks whether genetic engineering might be introducing God back into the debate and whether the risks of a brave new genetic world outweigh the potential benefits. Essential reading for anyone interested in science, technology, and philosophy, Genes: A Philosophical Inquiry is ideal for those wanting to find out more about the ethical implications of genetics and the future of biotechnology.
Accessing And Sharing The Benefits Of The Genomics Revolution
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Author : Peter W.B. Phillips
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2007-05-09
Accessing And Sharing The Benefits Of The Genomics Revolution written by Peter W.B. Phillips and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-05-09 with Science categories.
This volume explores the legal, economic and political debate over intellectual property rights for traditional knowledge and genetic resources, analyzing theory and practice of access and benefits sharing around the world. The book investigates current flashpoints — the battle between Monsanto and Percy Schmeiser over farmers’ rights; disputes over coexistence of genetically modified and organic produce; and ownership and control of human genetic materials stored in human gene banks around the world.
A Companion To Genethics
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Author : Justine Burley
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2008-04-15
A Companion To Genethics written by Justine Burley and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-04-15 with Philosophy categories.
A Companion to Genethics is the first substantial study of the multifaceted dimensions of the genetic revolution and its philosophical, ethical, social and political significance. Brings together the best and most influential writing about the ethics of genetics; Includes 33 newly-commissioned essays, all written by prominent figures in the field; Shows how there is scarcely a part of our lives left unaffected by the impact of the new genetics.
Genes And Future People
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Author : Walter Glannon
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2018-03-05
Genes And Future People written by Walter Glannon and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-05 with Philosophy categories.
Advances in genetic technology in general and medical genetics in particular will enable us to intervene in the process of human biological development which extends from zygotes and embryos to people. This will allow us to control to a great extent the identities and the length and quality of the lives of people who already exist, as well as those we bring into existence in the near and distant future. Genes and Future People explores two general philosophical questions, one metaphysical, the other moral: (1) How do genes, and different forms of genetic intervention (gene therapy, genetic enhancement, presymptomatic genetic testing of adults, genetic testing of preimplantation embryos), affect the identities of the people who already exist and those we bring into existence? and (2) How do these interventions benefit or harm the people we cause to exist in the near future and those who will exist in the distant future by satisfying or defeating their interest in having reasonably long and disease-free lives?Genes and Future People begins by explaining the connection between genes and disease, placing genetic within a framework of evolutionary biology. It then discusses such topics as how genes and genetic intervention influence personal identity, what genetic testing of individuals and the knowledge resulting from it entails about responsibility to others who may be at risk, as well as how gene therapy and genetic enhancement can affect the identities of people and benefit or harm them. Furthermore, it discusses various moral aspects of cloning human beings and body parts. Finally, it explores the metaphysical and moral implications of genetic manipulation of the mechanisms of aging to extend the human life span.The aim Genes and Future People is to move philosophers, bioethicists, and readers in general to reflect on the extent to which genes determine whether we are healthy or diseased, our identities as persons, the quality of our lives, and our moral obligations to future generations of people.
The Case Against Perfection
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Author : Michael J. Sandel
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2009-09-30
The Case Against Perfection written by Michael J. Sandel and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-30 with Philosophy categories.
Breakthroughs in genetics present us with a promise and a predicament. The promise is that we will soon be able to treat and prevent a host of debilitating diseases. The predicament is that our newfound genetic knowledge may enable us to manipulate our nature—to enhance our genetic traits and those of our children. Although most people find at least some forms of genetic engineering disquieting, it is not easy to articulate why. What is wrong with re-engineering our nature? The Case against Perfection explores these and other moral quandaries connected with the quest to perfect ourselves and our children. Michael Sandel argues that the pursuit of perfection is flawed for reasons that go beyond safety and fairness. The drive to enhance human nature through genetic technologies is objectionable because it represents a bid for mastery and dominion that fails to appreciate the gifted character of human powers and achievements. Carrying us beyond familiar terms of political discourse, this book contends that the genetic revolution will change the way philosophers discuss ethics and will force spiritual questions back onto the political agenda. In order to grapple with the ethics of enhancement, we need to confront questions largely lost from view in the modern world. Since these questions verge on theology, modern philosophers and political theorists tend to shrink from them. But our new powers of biotechnology make these questions unavoidable. Addressing them is the task of this book, by one of America’s preeminent moral and political thinkers.
Genetics And Reductionism
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Author : Sahotra Sarkar
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge, UK : Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 1998
Genetics And Reductionism written by Sahotra Sarkar and has been published by Cambridge, UK : Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Psychology categories.
Sarkar provides the philosophical background necessary to understand the debates over the Human Genome Project.