Tag Archives: testing

Science, ethics, and politics in the news: Who knew? (266, Leh 300)

Posted on February 21, 2010 by proftp

What we are and who we are: Scientists decode genomes of five Africans, including Archbishop Tutu. Making babies and taking tests: Testing curbs some genetic diseases. Myths obscure voodoo, source of comfort in Haiti: Well, okay—now howzabout telling us what … Continue reading →

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Testing, 1, 2; testing. . . (Leh 300)

Posted on July 27, 2009 by proftp

Some information from the Center for Genetics and Society: Healthy embryos show chromosome flaws Genetic ‘MoT’ for disease free babies Preimplantation genetic diagnosis may pose neurological risks Check out the CGS’s blog for other posts on genetics & reproductive techs.

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