Eugenics
Can you practice eugenics and not even know it? Explain
Yes ....
According to Fukuyama what should guide scientific advancement ?
Ethics and Morality.
The potential elimination of genetic illnesses and disorders.
Who convinced David's parents to raise him as a girl?
Dr. John Money.
One reason why regulations and laws should be put in place for biotechnology ?
To prevent the misuse of it and protect individuals/society.
What is the goal of Old Eugenics ?
To control human reproduction and create a population with supposedly better genetic characteristics.
What moral dilemma does biotechnology present, according to Fukuyama?
Its potential benefits must be balanced against its ethical risks and consequences.
Name one risk of biotechnology from a economic standpoint.
Lots of regulation will be put on genetic engineering because of the risk multiple-gene modifications pose (92), therefore it won’t be very accessible on the market. “Social harms” (93).
What did Dr. John Money believe about how gender identity develops?
He believed it was primarily shaped by upbringing and environment.
What could happen if only wealthy people can afford genetic enhancements?
It could increase inequality between rich and poor people.
What is one example of how the government used to control reproductive rights?
Forced Sterilization
Can something be scientifically possible but ethically wrong?
YESSS !
Biotechnology has the potential to change human life.
Is this statement a risk or reward of biotechnology advancing?
Explain.
What was the name given to David after his surgery.
Brenda.
What study was done that exemplifies the connection between different traits and why multi-gene editing therapy needs to be regulated?
The rat study; where rat intelligence was boosted but so were pain levels.