Contested Technologies : Xenotransplatation and Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Persson, Anders; Welin, Stellan
ISBN 10: 9185509051 ISBN 13: 9789185509058
Published by Nordic Academic Press, 2008
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Type: Book N.B. Mark to top right corner of front board. Base of D/J spine bumped. 211pp. Seller Inventory # 024916
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Addressing the important perspectives on xenotransplantation and human embryonic stem cell research, this book explores both the enthusiastic proponents and vehement resistance to these new biomedical technologies. Investigating the political, social, and ethical forces behind this kind of research and development, as well as the commercial actors and strong financial incentives that are necessary, these stories of hope, fear, and hype are matched by stories of success, failure, and fraud, showing how these technologies have become truly polarizing.
About the Author:
Anders Persson has PhD in sociology from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. He has a background in sociology of science and science ethics. Stellan Welin is a professor of biotechnology, culture, and society at the University of Linköping, Sweden. He has a PhD in philosophy and has participated in several projects on the ethical issues in emerging biomedical technologies.
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Title: Contested Technologies : Xenotransplatation ...
Publisher: Nordic Academic Press
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Cloth
Condition: Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
Edition: First Edition.