The New World of Human Genetics: A dialogue between Practitioners & the General Public on Ethical, Legal & Social Implications of the Human Genome Project
Conference
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OSTI ID:1165062
- Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America
The history and reasons for launching the Human Genome project and the current uses of genetic human material; Identifying and discussing the major issues stemming directly from genetic research and therapy-including genetic discrimination, medical/ person privacy, allocation of government resources and individual finances, and the effect on the way in which we perceive the value of human life; Discussing the sometimes hidden ethical, social and legislative implications of genetic research and therapy such as informed consent, screening and preservation of genetic materials, efficacy of medical procedures, the role of the government, and equal access to medical coverage.
- Research Organization:
- Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- FG02-05ER64142
- OSTI ID:
- 1165062
- Report Number(s):
- DOE-HADASSAH-64142
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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