Shaping the Future: Biology and Human Values
by By Olson, Steve
Category: Science , Life Sciences , General

Written for nonscientists, this illustrated volume highlights cutting-edge research being done in four biological fields: genetics, development, neurobiology, and evolution. In each field, the implications of this research extend far beyond basic biology, ranging from human gene therapy to cancer, from neural transplantation to the evolution of the atmosphere. Interspersed within these discussions are four essays that focus specifically on the ethical issues raised by the accelerating pace of biological research. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.