Genetics
Thomas A. . Ed(S): Shannon
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Description for Genetics
Paperback. Editor(s): Shannon, Thomas A. Series: Readings in Bioethics. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDA; PSAK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 11. Weight in Grams: 299.
Over a decade ago, the field of bioethics was established in response to the increased control over the design of living organisms afforded by both medical genetics and biotechnology. Since its introduction, bioethics has become established as an academic discipline with journals and professional societies, is covered regularly in the media, and affects people everyday around the globe. In response to the increasing need for information about medical genetics and biotechnology as well as the ethical issues these fields raise, Sheed & Ward proudly presents the Readings in Bioethics Series. Edited by Thomas A. Shannon, the series provides ... Read more
Over a decade ago, the field of bioethics was established in response to the increased control over the design of living organisms afforded by both medical genetics and biotechnology. Since its introduction, bioethics has become established as an academic discipline with journals and professional societies, is covered regularly in the media, and affects people everyday around the globe. In response to the increasing need for information about medical genetics and biotechnology as well as the ethical issues these fields raise, Sheed & Ward proudly presents the Readings in Bioethics Series. Edited by Thomas A. Shannon, the series provides ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
Series
Readings in Bioethics
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
Kansas City, United States
ISBN
9780742532380
SKU
V9780742532380
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About Thomas A. . Ed(S): Shannon
Thomas A. Shannon is professor of religion and social ethics at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Reviews for Genetics
This is an exceptional collection of essays. Taken together, they provide an excellent overview of some of the more critical and pressing dimensions of genetic advances. Taken singly, each essay succeeds in being informative while also being provocative, challenging thinking on fundamental questions of meaning. Each will undoubtedly stimulate much reflection and discussion. Shannon has succeeded in an almost overwhelming ... Read more