Opinions differ about patent protection for plant varieties and in respect of the genomes of humans and animals. Others argue that it belongs to God, and should not be subject to the profit motives of multinationals or the pretensions of passing generations. On the other hand, pharmaceutical corporations point to the costs of developing successful drugs and therapies. Such companies may not invest the large funds necessary to maximise the practical use of scientific discoveries if they are not given the advantage of temporary monopolies. All of the above questions can ultimately be answered in the traditional way.
Parliaments can set up committees or refer questions to law-reform or similar bodies.
Nations can consult with each other and answers will eventually be found. But beyond these problems are others which are more vexing. The law accommodates some genetic impairments in determining criminal responsibility. It is to accept that science and technology may take our societies where they will. That may be a good thing.