Evaluating Human Genetic Diversity

Evaluating Human Genetic Diversity
ISBN-10
0309184746
ISBN-13
9780309184748
Category
Science
Pages
102
Language
English
Published
1998-01-19
Publisher
National Academies Press
Authors
National Research Council, Division on Earth and Life Studies, Commission on Life Sciences

Description

This book assesses the scientific value and merit of research on human genetic differences--including a collection of DNA samples that represents the whole of human genetic diversity--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.

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