Genetic Engineering

Focusing on the implications of genetic engineering, this essential guide encourages a deeper public discourse on its impact across various fields. It highlights advancements like the chemical production of viral and bacterial genetic material and the ethical dilemmas of genetic surgery in treating hereditary diseases. The book also explores the vast information derived from human genetic analysis, prompting critical questions about the responsible use of such knowledge. It emphasizes that the conversation should shift from whether to embrace genetic engineering to how we should apply it.