| The New Biology: Law, Ethics, and Biotechnology 1989 Edition Contributor(s): Smith II, George P. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0306431874 ISBN-13: 9780306431876 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $104.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 1989 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Biology - Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy - Social Science |
| Dewey: 174.25 |
| LCCN: 88009482 |
| Physical Information: 0.95" H x 6.24" W x 9.44" (1.33 lbs) 303 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Improvement of man's genetic endowment by direct ac- tions aimed at striving for the positive propagation of those with a superior genetic profile (an element of which is commonly recognized as a high intelligence quotient) or-conversely-delimitation of those with negative genetic inheritance has always remained a pri- mary concern of the geneticist and the social engineer. Genetic integrity, eugenic advancement, and a strong genetic pool designed to eliminate illness and suffering have been the benchmarks of the "Genetic Movement" and the challenge of Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four. If the quality of life can in some way be either im- proved or advanced by use of the law, then this policy must be developed and pursued. No longer does the Dostoyevskian quest to give life meaning through suf- fering become an inescapable given. By and through the development and application of new scientific advances in the field of genetics (and especially genetic engi- neering), the real potential exists to prevent, to a very vii Preface viii real extent, most human suffering before it ever mani- fests itself in or through life. Freedom to undertake re- search in the exciting and fertile frontiers of the "New Biology" and to master the Genetic Code must be nur- tured and maintained. The search for the truth inevi- tably prevents intellectual, social, and economic stag- nation, as well as-ideally-frees all from anxiety and fright. Yet, there is a very real potential for this quest to confuse and confound. |
