Genetics
Genetics Links
- National Human Genome Research Institute Ethical, Legal and Social implications of genetics research
- The Center for the Study of Technology and Society - Biotechnology A field that brings together agriculture, genetics, cloning, health, medicine and reproductive technology. The Center is a nonprofit research and educational group based in Washington, D.C.
- Church of Eugenics This site explores the controversial issues of eugenics through a spiritual view point. The site includes a very large library of articles, daily news, links and live discussion forums.
- HumGen - Human Genetics University of Montreal - CRDP. Access to a wide range of information: credible, relevant policy statements on topics related to human genetics around the world.
- ELSI - Human Genome Project Primarily a collection of links to sites exploring the ELSI.
- The Molecular Biology of Paradise How genetic engineering and nanotechnology will abolish suffering in all sentient life. This project is ambitious but technically feasible...
- Centre for Law & Genetics Resources on the Commercialisation of Genetics and its legal consequences.
- Genetic Engineering - Paradise on Earth or a Descent into Hell? By Keith Parkins. Long article, with a huge list of references at the end.
- Knowledge Digest: Special Genetics Section Latest news, studies, and trend for Genetics and Insurance Industry.
- Genetic Health Learn about the genetic aspects of common diseases and medical conditions, and free assessment of inherent risks. Also includes a genetics glossary.
- Your Genes, Your Choices: Exploring the Issues Raised by Genetic Research Your Genes, Your Choices describes the Human Genome Project, the science behind it, and the ethical, legal, and social issues that are raised by the project.
- International Forum for Genetic Engineering Ifgene encourages a deeper dialogue about genetic engineering by giving special attention to: the worldviews out of which people approach science and its application to genetic engineering (biotechnology); the moral and spiritual implications of genetic engineering.
- Genetics News Features stories on the human genome project, human cloning, gm foods and general human genetic news and information.
- Gene Letter The Gene Letter is designed to raise the essential questions that we must ponder and to which we must respond. While it is written primarily for consumers and primary care providers, genetic researchers and professionals are invited to participate.
- Biotechnology/Biosafety links from the Third World Network
- Genes and how keeping track can help us Our genes and health history can help in evaluating problems our children might face. Witworks-Software is an industry leader in healthcare solutions.
- National Information Resource on Ethics & Human Genetics Compilation of links, journals and other publications that offer research about the ethical and moral aspects of applying genetic knowledge to humans.
- Genetic Engineering, Biotechnology & Industrial Property Rights Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development (NFSD): ethical & ecological aspects of industrial property rights in the context of genetic engineering & biotechnology ...
- Articles about genetic engineering Many negative articles covering the genetic engineering of plants, animals and human beings.
- Council For Responsible Genetics Advocacy and coalition building form the core of the CRG's work in our program areas of genetic discrimination, patenting of life forms, and food safety and environmental quality.
- Eugenics, Genetic Engineering, and Cloning Considerations and arguments on several scientific procedures that could improve human life.
- Who Owns the Human Genetic Code? An Annotated Bibliography Article on whether or not the United States Patent Office should issue patents on gene sequences .
- San Francisco State University: Genetic Engineering and Its Dangers Essays, links to resources and a bibliography compiled by Dr Ron Epstein at the Philosophy Department. Categories include ethical and religious questions, biowarfare, and genetic engineering on humans.
- Greenpeace International Genetic Engineering Campaign Information and news about the worldwide anti-GE campaign and press releases.
- Gay Gene A page that describes research into the genetic basis of homosexuality, the gay gene. The author has created an on-line magazine on the scientific, social, political and religious implications of this research.
- Genetic Engineering Organization Geenor attempts to increase public awareness about genetic engineering through online articles and software.
- National Reference Center for BioEthics Literature
- Counterbalance.org - Genetics and Ethics topics A Christian site that attempts to address the ethical, religious, and moral issues raised by a broad range of applications of genetics research.
- Foundation for Genetic Medicine, Inc. Organization formed to keep opinion leaders abreast of the most recent scientific and social developments related to human genetics.
- GenEthics Consortium Case Literature Transcripts of the yearly consortium, includes elaboration of the issues raised.
- Visions of Perfection Attractive site by 3 students from the USA and Singapore. Covers provocative issues regarding genetics, eugenics, bionics and plastic surgery. The theme is humanity's march towards perfection in the ethical and scientific dimensions.
- About Biotech From Genentech, a biotechnology company.
- Bioethics in the Classroom
- Eubios Ethics Institute A non-profit group founded by Darryl Macer in Christchurch, New Zealand and in Tsukuba Science City, Japan. Site provides links, general information and conference abstracts.
- Embracing Change with All Four Arms This paper sets out to defend human genetic engineering witha new bioethical approach, post-humanism.
- Human Genome Project: Ethical, Legal, & Social Issues Explores the ethical, legal, and social issues (ELSI) surrounding availability of genetic information, as it pertains to privacy and the potential for discrimination.
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