The Bioethics Project
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Tag: Eugenics
Tag: Eugenics
Human Genome Editing for Cognitive Ability
The Eugenics of Intelligence: The Promise and Perils of Human Genome Editing for Cognitive Ability By Isabella Racioppi The advancement of technology in the field of genetic engineering may soon make it possible to alter DNA so precisely that human traits may be edited with a few simple alterations to the human genome. One aspect
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Abortion and Down Syndrome
Abortion and Down Syndrome: Is it Ethically Permissible to Abort a Fetus Because it has Down Syndrome? By Anjolie Charlot Table of Contents Introduction Factual Background Autonomy Fairness Social Implications Conclusion Introduction There are many reasons why a woman would have an abortion. Anything from finances to family can be a deciding factor. Some women
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The World’s Canaries in the Eugenics Coal Mine
The World’s Canaries in the Eugenics Coal Mine: The Ethics Behind the Patterns Following Belgium and Denmark’s Acts of Legal Determination of the Privilege to Live and Die By Abigail Wall Table of Contents Abstract Aims and Background Framework Denmark Belgium Ethical Considerations Conclusion Abstract The recent results of Denmark’s 2004 policy to offer universal
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History Repeating Itself : Is Prenatal Screening for Down Syndrome Ushering in 21st Century Eugenics? By Sami Sharp This research paper explores the ethical implications of prenatal screening for Down Syndrome. Through researching the growth of prenatal screening in healthcare services internationally I identified the key stakeholders involved including genetic counselors, parents, Down Syndrome and
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