Nature, Nurture, and the Disunity of Knowledge
The Human Genome Project and the tools of modern molecular biology bring enormous promise for the understanding of human biology. Juxtaposed, however, is a conceptual stagnation reflected in the continued nature/nurture debate. More sophisticated models reflecting the inevitable interdependence of gene and environment are essential if we are to realize the potential offered by today's technological advances.
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