Kerr, A. (2003) Governing genetics: reifying choice and progress. New Genetics and Society, 22(2), pp. 143-158. (doi: 10.1080/1463677032000102611) (PMID:15282910)
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Abstract
The governance of genetics involves a wide range of policy networks and covers a considerable array of genetic technoscience. Despite this apparent diversity, the uniformity of some genetic governance requires investigation. Reviewing policy documents on genetic patenting and embryonic stem cell research, I shall argue that policy networks often conceive of the ethical aspects of these practices in similar ways. In particular, I shall argue that individual choice and medico-scientific progress are common rhetorical devices in their frameworks. I shall end by commenting upon the implications of these trends for the future.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Kerr, Professor Anne |
Authors: | Kerr, A. |
College/School: | College of Social Sciences > School of Social and Political Sciences > Sociology Anthropology and Applied Social Sciences |
Journal Name: | New Genetics and Society |
Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
ISSN: | 1463-6778 |
ISSN (Online): | 1469-9915 |
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