Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on Human Genome Diversity
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 101 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1998-01-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309184748
Evaluating Human Genetic Diversity by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on Human Genome Diversity Pdf
This book assesses the scientific value and merit of research on human genetic differencesâ€"including a collection of DNA samples that represents the whole of human genetic diversityâ€"and the ethical, organizational, and policy issues surrounding such research. Evaluating Human Genetic Diversity discusses the potential uses of such collection, such as providing insight into human evolution and origins and serving as a springboard for important medical research. It also addresses issues of confidentiality and individual privacy for participants in genetic diversity research studies.