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Ethical Issues in Biotechnology
Author(s): Richard Sherlock (Editor), John D. Morrey (Editor), Nicholas Agar (Contributor), Miguel Altieri (Contributor), American Association for the Advancement of Science (Contributor), F H. Bach et. al (Contributor), eds. (Contributor), Coalition of Americans for Research Ethics (Contributor), Carl Cohen (Contributor), Ronnie Cummings (Contributor), Joyce D'Silva (Contributor), H T. Englehardt (Contributor), Ron Epstein (Contributor), J.R.S Fincham (Contributor), Mira Fong (Contributor), R G. Frey (Contributor), Jean Halloran (Contributor), Michael Hansen (Contributor), Heta Hayry (Contributor), Bette Hillman (Contributor), A Holland (Contributor), Leon Kass (Contributor), D A. Kessler et. al (Contributor), Andrew Linzey (Contributor), Miriam McGillis (Contributor), Martina McGloughlin (Contributor), National Academy of Sciences (Contributor), National Bioethics Advisory Commission (Contributor), Organization for Economic Cooperation (Contributor), Development (Contributor), Julie Palmer (Contributor), Steven Palumbi (Contributor), Madison Powers (Contributor), J R. Ravetz (Contributor), Rosamond Rhodes (Contributor), B E. Rollin (Contributor), Peter M. Rosset (Contributor), Paul Thompson (Contributor), Harold Vanderpool (Contributor), Allen Verhey (Contributor), Robert Wachbroit (Contributor), Leroy Walters (Contributor)
- Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
- Publication Date: 1 Oct. 2002
- Language: English
- Print length: 664 pages
- ISBN-10: 0742513572
- ISBN-13: 9780742513570
Book Description
Editorial Reviews
Review
Richard Sherlock and John Morrey have developed a timely anthology on the ethical dimensions in biotechnology that is both scientifically sound and philosophically provocative. Engaging readings as well as a compendium of cases offer many formats for teachable dialogue between instructor and students. The questions―scientific, philosophical, political, legal, moral―examined through Ethical Issues in Biotechnology illustrate the urgent need for critical ethical scholarship in this rapidly emerging field. This anthology meets that need. — Courtney S. Campbell, Oregon State University
The most substantial and sophisticated treatment of biomedical ethics that I have come across recently, and a treatment that remains quite accessible to undergraduate students. — Dr. S. N. Fratantaro, Providence College
It is refreshingly atypical that the book does not just focus on human cloning or human genetic screening but takes on the whole topic of biotechnology. It is enterprising and clever to have a book edited collaboratively by a biologist and a philosopher, and the result is a balanced treatment. The readings have already been proven successful with students. With diagrams, study cases, examples, and suggestions for further research, the book is a comprehensive and well-expressed introduction to the science and ethics of biotechnology. ―
Research News and Opportunities In Science and TheologyAll who are involved in ethics and biotechnology should be immensely grateful for [Sherlock and Morrey’s] efforts. Balanced and teachable, Ethical Issues in Biotechnology is a valuable contribution to the field, and a must-have for those teaching either undergraduates enrolled in upper-level courses, or graduates students, across the disciplines of science and humanities. ―
Technology and CultureSherlock and Morrey cover a fascinating and engaging set of cutting edge issues. This work covers biotechnology in the broadest sense of the word, contains masterfully selected readings, and challenges the reader to think into the future. It should be very useful to college, graduate, and professional students. — Steven Post, Case Western Reserve University
